35. How to Navigate Holidays, Birthdays and Milestones Without Your Mother

The holidays are approaching, and with them, a familiar ache hits deeper than most realize for the mom navigating motherhood without her mother. In today's heartfelt episode, Alyssa Carlene explores the complicated mix of emotions that show up during holidays, birthdays, and family milestones when your mom isn't here to share them. Whether your loss is recent or years old... Whether your relationship was loving, complicated, or both...these meaningful days can bring grief to the surface. Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: Why do holidays and milestones feel so much heavier for me without my mom?How can I permit myself to feel grief and joy at the same time?What boundaries can I set to protect my peace during special events?How can I honor my mother’s memory in small, meaningful ways?How do I keep moving forward and build new traditions while still missing her?