13. When Mother's Day Hurts: Honoring Your Feelings with Grace

Mother's Day can be a challenging holiday for a mom who is grieving her mother because of loss, distance, or estrangement. Does this resonate with you? Today's episode is for anyone who may find this day more painful than peaceful. Alyssa Carlene, your host, shares the importance of gracefully honoring your complex feelings and thoughtful ways to guard your heart this Mother's Day. Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: How do I make space for my grief without feeling guilty? How can I protect my peace when social media and family gatherings feel like too much?  Is there a way to honor my mother—or my pain—without being consumed by it?  What are some gentle ways I can take care of myself when this day just hurts?