During holidays, many of us feel the bittersweet tension between joy and grief … especially when there’s an empty chair at the table.
This week's guest co-host, Cheri Fletcher, is here to share a glimpse into her journey through the uncharted territory of grief after losing her beloved daughter Annie more than a year ago. She offers candid encouragement and practical tools to help us honor our loved ones, navigate heavy emotions, and hold space for mourning and meaningful connections.
So whether you’re grieving or supporting someone who is, you’ll find comfort, understanding, and actionable insights to help you lean into both love and loss during this tender season.
Links mentioned in episode:
- Cheri Fletcher’s podcast episode: “Now What? When You Pray With Holy Expectations but the Unexpected Happens“
- Blog post I wrote years ago about Cheri Fletcher’s reaction to learning that she’s a Highly Sensitive Person: “The One Truth Every HSP Needs to Know“
- Get your sample set of Cheri Fletcher’s conversation cards — Move Beyond “I Just Don’t Know What to Say”
- Take the "Am I a Highly Sensitive Person?" Quiz
- Learn more about the "Growing Sensitive & Strong" program
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