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It was the apology I didn’t know I needed.

…Thank you for writing this down because I need to hear that and everyone else needs to know that I may have made some people happy but None of that was worth it if I hurt you so deeply.”

“I am so so ashamed and so very sorry. I can't believe I told you just to move your mouth. That was horrible of me. I don't even dare to ask for your forgiveness. I wish somehow I could do a do over but
unfortunately life doesn't often give us that opportunity…

Mine was a few years ago from the choir instructor that forced me to mouth the words growing up after getting unexpectedly triggered by a photo someone else posted from that time.

Although I cooked like it was an Olympic sport, the true gold was my house and heart full of our bffs and Gen Z: our kids, friends kids, and friends of friends I had never met, who needed somewhere to go for Christmas. 💛

Join Dr. Katie Eastman with me live on YouTube on December 21, at 1 PM EST/12 PM CST/ 10 AM PST as we explore gentle ways to honor our grief and joy this season.

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3. That jealousy when others get attention? Science says it might be great-great-grandpa's unprocessed feelings asking to speak to the manager. 🧬

2. The brain's ancient threat-detection wiring does not always differentiate between a saber-toothed tiger and seeing other holidays get equal billing at Target.