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EPISODE · Dec 11, 2025 · 18 MIN

Episode 023:The Empty Chair: Navigating Holiday Grief With God’s Comfort

from Your Next, Best Step · host Janet J.

The holidays can make grief feel heavier. In this episode, Coach Janet J creates space for the kind of ache that shows up when someone you love is no longer at the table - whether through death, distance, divorce, or life changes.You’ll learn why grief intensifies this season, what Scripture says about God’s comfort, and how to navigate the holidays with honesty instead of pressure to “be okay.” Coach Janet J shares practical steps like acknowledging the empty chair, creating new traditions, setting boundaries, and simple rituals that help you process loss with compassion.God comforts you in your grief - and Jesus wept, which means you’re allowed to, too.Listen to Your Next Best Step Podcast:Spotify: Your Next, Best StepApple Podcasts: Your Next, Best StepSubscribe to YouTube: Coach Janet JCoaching sessions available at YourNextBestStep.com.Ready for your next step?FREE 5-Minute Daily Reset (instant download):YourNextBestStep.com Weekly encouragement + practical tips:YouTube @CoachJanetJ Instagram: @janetjjaecksIf this episode resonated with you, please follow/subscribe and share with a friend who needs their next step.  One small step. One day at a time.

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The holidays can make grief feel heavier. In this episode, Coach Janet J creates space for the kind of ache that shows up when someone you love is no longer at the table - whether through death, distance, divorce, or life changes. You’ll learn why grief intensifies this season, what Scripture says about God’s comfort, and how to navigate the holidays with honesty instead of pressure to “be okay.” Coach Janet J shares practical steps like acknowledging the empty chair, creating new traditions,...

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