Grief and Gravy: How to Embrace New Traditions While Healing Your Holiday Wounds | Episode 23

Share your thoughts with us!In this heartfelt post-Thanksgiving episode, Vlad and Angie dive into the complex emotions many of us carry into the holiday season—especially those who grew up in chaotic or unstable households. As the holidays approach, old wounds, unmet expectations, and complicated family patterns can resurface. This conversation reminds listeners that healing is possible and that new traditions can be created with intention, love, and emotional awareness.Vlad and Angie open up about:Childhood holiday experiences marked by chaos, grief, or uncertaintyHow unresolved childhood wounds show up during the holidaysThe emotional reality of being adult children navigating family expectationsParenting during the holiday season while healing your inner childBreaking generational cycles to create new, healthy traditionsHonoring the past without letting it dictate your presentBuilding a holiday season rooted in peace, values, and emotional safetyIf the holidays bring up more pressure than joy, this episode will help you feel seen, grounded, and empowered to redefine the season on your own terms.🎧 Tune in as we explore the rhythms of healing, one beat at a time.🎙️ BE A GUEST ON ROOTS & RHYTHM!We are inviting listeners to join us LIVE on the podcast for real-time coaching and heartfelt conversation. Email us at: [email protected]🔗 AFFILIATESSupport the show and save BIG with our partners:🥤 GALLON GEAR SAVE 20% OFF your Gallon Gear purchase using code STAYROOTED https://gallongear.com/discount/STAYROOTED🌿 FOLLOW ROOTS & RHYTHMStay connected with Vlad & Angie:📸 Instagram — https://instagram.com/rootsandrhythmpod ▶️ YouTube — Roots & Rhythm Podcast 🎙️ All Platforms — Roots & Rhythm Podcast📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential.👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level.I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group.Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+!Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADXSupport the showRoots & Rhythm Podcast is where culture, healing, and real-life conversations meet. Hosted by Vlad Louissaint and Angie, the podcast explores healthy relationships, healing childhood trauma, identity, parenting, spiritual growth, social commentary, and generational healing—through an Afro-Caribbean and lived-experience lens.Tagline: Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time. New episodes drop weekly on all major platforms.🔗 LISTEN & CONNECT🌐 Website: https://www.rootsandrhythmpodcast.com🎙 Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rootsandrhythmpodcast📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootsandrhythmpod📘 RESOURCES & SUPPORT📖 The Embrace Method (Second Edition) by Vladimir Louissaint A powerful guide to healing trauma, reclaiming purpose, and living authentically. 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Embrace-Method-leverage-trauma-dreams/dp/B0CM3V2K5X👕 Gallon Gear — Support Mental Health & Community Use code STAYROOTED 👉 ...