Holiday Reflections on Grief: A Message from David Kessler

At OSO Wellness, we know the holidays can bring up deep and complicated emotions—especially for those carrying grief. During this season, we’re honored to share a heartfelt message from David Kessler, renowned grief expert and founder of Grief.com.

This message was not written by us, but we found it meaningful and hope it offers comfort and guidance to anyone struggling this time of year.

"The holidays can be a challenging time when you're in grief. Country music star, Wynonna Judd joined me in a tender and helpful conversation about navigating the holidays. I appreciate her joining me even in the first year of her loss." — David Kessler, Grief.com

In this conversation, David and Wynonna discuss:

• 🌿 Strategies for navigating the heartbreak of the holidays

• 🌿 Tips for avoiding comparison and emotional overwhelm

• 🌿 How to communicate what kind of support you need

• 🌿 Coping with pressure to “feel festive” from others

• 🌿 Choosing which traditions to embrace or let go

• 🌿 Ways to care for yourself while grieving

  
  

"I hope that you'll find this conversation helpful. I'll be sharing additional resources to help navigate the difficult holiday season." — David

You can view this message and access more resources by visiting Grief.com.

Grief doesn’t follow a schedule, and it doesn’t take a break for the holidays. Be gentle with yourself. From all of us at OSO Wellness, we’re holding space for your healing.