When Joy Feels Heavy: Navigating the Holidays While Healing
đź’› In This Episode
The holiday season is often filled with pressure, expectations, and emotional weight — especially for women healing from heartbreak, loss, or exhaustion. Del shares a grounding message for the woman carrying both joy and heaviness, helping her release the pressure to perform and embrace a gentler, more intentional season.
⏳ What You’ll Learn
- Why joy can feel heavy during the holidays
- How healing impacts your emotional capacity
- The pressure women face to “make the season magical”
- How to honor your feelings without guilt
- A powerful scripture to anchor you
- Journal prompts for clarity and peace
đź“ť Journal Reflections
- What emotions feel strongest for me this season?
- What feels heavy — and why?
- What can I simplify or release to protect my peace?
- Where do I need God’s comfort right now?
- What does “gentle joy” look like for me?
đź“Ś RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS
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