Here are three meaningful ways to meet grief during the holiday season: 1. Soften your expectations. Give yourself permission to do less, change traditions, or opt out entirely. Grief asks for gentleness, not performance. 2. Create small rituals of remembrance. Light a candle, set a place, make their favorite dish — small gestures that weave love into the season in a way that feels grounding, not heavy. 3. Stay connected. Reach for others who “get it.” Whether it’s a friend, a support group, or