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The holiday season, a time of celebration and togetherness, can also be emotionally challenging for those grieving the loss of a loved one.<\/p>\n
\u201cOne thing you can do is take some time to sit down, make a flexible plan, and write it out so you can refer to it later, knowing that the plan might change with your ever-changing grief journey. You have the right to celebrate the holidays differently this year. There is no rule that says you must always do everything the same way,\u201d states Jessica Boff, Director of Bereavement Services at HopeWest.<\/p>\n
Grief is a natural and personal process, and there is no right or wrong way to experience it. If you\u2019re experiencing grief, it can be helpful to allow yourself to feel your emotions, whether it\u2019s sadness, anger, guilt, or confusion. Rather than suppressing these emotions, healthy ways to express them can look like talking to a trusted friend, journaling, or engaging in creative activities.<\/p>\n