Ep 73, Preparing Yourself for the Holidays After Divorce

The holidays can stir up all kinds of emotions after divorce — loneliness, pressure, old memories, and moments that hit way harder than expected. In this episode, Dana gets real about what this season can feel like… and how God meets us right in the middle of it. She walks you through the “rebuilding bricks” God gave her over the last few years, how those words held her steady when circumstances didn’t, and why intentionally redirecting the mind is a powerful part of healing. You’ll also hear how the valley of dry bones in Ezekiel isn’t just a dramatic Bible moment — it’s a picture of what happens when we speak God’s truth over situations that look completely lifeless. Dana also shares new research on gratitude and how it literally transforms the brain — from boosting dopamine and serotonin to calming emotional triggers and helping you shift your perspective. It’s wild how God designed us to heal from the inside out. If you remember Episode 33, this episode builds on that foundation of praying Scripture out loud and watching the atmosphere change. Dana ties it all together for this holiday season, reminding you that you don’t have to pretend things aren’t hard — but you can choose what you cling to. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why redirecting your thoughts is both simple and hard — and why it matters How gratitude rewires your brain (yes, literally) What Ezekiel’s dry bones teach us about speaking life over impossible situations How the Word of God becomes your anchor when emotions try to run the show Ways to prepare your heart for the holidays after divorce without shutting down emotionally Listen in if you need: Hope for the holiday season A reminder of God’s faithfulness Practical tools to calm your mind and emotions A nudge to speak life over the places that feel dry or heavy Encouragement to believe again — even in a tough season Resources Mentioned: Episode 33: How Praying the Word Shifts Your Atmosphere Free ebook: Who Am I After Divorce — available on Dana’s website Scriptures: Ezekiel 37:4–5, Hebrews 4:12 If this episode encourages you, share it with a friend who’s navigating a hard holiday season. You never know who needs a reminder that God rebuilds, restores, and breathes life into what feels lost.   In Service to Him, Dana   WEBSITE: www.redeemed-identity.com LINK TREE: https://redeemed-identity.com/links/   SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:   Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/redeemidentity/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@redeemedidentity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redeemedidentityafterdivorce/#   Book Funnel: Who AM I After Divorce: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/4k769kpebf   Amazon: Healing After Divorce Paperback: https://a.co/d/8mjG6dp Healing After Divorce ebook https://a.co/d/etcpVyR   WHERE CAN YOU FIND THE SHOW:   PODCAST:   APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redeemed-identity-after-divorce-christian-divorce-encouragement/id1752761447   YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RedeemedIdentityAfterDivorce