10/13/2026
TIP TUESDAY | It’s Okay to Change Traditions
When someone we love is no longer with us, the traditions we once looked forward to can sometimes feel different.
A holiday meal may not taste quite the same. A familiar seat around the table may be empty. A tradition that once brought comfort may suddenly bring sadness.
And that's okay.
You don't have to celebrate the holidays exactly as you always have. You can keep the traditions that bring you comfort, change the ones that feel too difficult, or create something completely new.
Maybe you continue making their favourite dish. Maybe you light a candle in their memory. Maybe you visit a place that was special to them. Or maybe this year, you simply give yourself permission to do less.
There is no right or wrong way to navigate the holidays after a loss.
Be gentle with yourself. Make room for the memories, the laughter, the tears, and everything in between.
And remember — changing a tradition doesn't mean you're leaving your loved one behind. Sometimes, it's simply finding a new way to carry their memory with you.
