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New Podcast! If the Christmas season doesn’t feel like sugarplums and snowflakes, this Advent journey is for you. This limited series podcast from Whole Hearts Society is for anyone who feels like they can’t meet anyone’s seasonal expectations, who can’t participate in the cheerfulness of the season, who’s watching everyone else’s excitement with confusion, or who feels completely alone in their struggle during what’s supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year.” Over four weeks, we’ll practice keeping watch for the light—training our eyes to see God’s presence in the ordinary, the small, and the unexpected. We’ll walk through the traditional Advent themes of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love—but not as cheerful demands. Instead, we’ll explore them as honest doorways into the tension between God’s promises and our lived reality. We’ll face the darkness courageously, acknowledge the hard emotions, and practice presence with what is—while looking toward transformation and the coming of Jesus. This podcast is for: * People struggling and needing to know they aren’t alone * Those experiencing grief, loss, or hardship during the holidays * Anyone who feels disconnected from traditional Christmas celebrations * People seeking contemplative, honest spiritual content * Those who want to observe Advent meaningfully without toxic positivity and being overwhelmed by Christmas content Hosted by Erika McMullin and drawing on a wide variety of trusted sources, human experience, and exploration of traditions. New episodes every week through Advent. Photo: Johannes Plenio (Pexels) Music: Tranquility Lane - Dawn, Dawn, Dawn (Epidemic Sound) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wholeheartssociety.substack.com