S4.E6 | The Hard in the Holidays — Finding Hope When the Season Hurts

Uncommon Purpose di Mandy Cooley and Stephanie Porter

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The holidays aren’t merry for everyone—and that’s okay. In this heartfelt and deeply relatable episode, Mandy and Stephanie talk honestly about the grief, loneliness, pressure, and expectations that surface between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

From infertility and loss to fractured families and financial strain, they remind listeners that joy and sorrow can coexist. Through vulnerable storytelling, Scripture-rooted wisdom, and practical reflection, the hosts explore how to hold space for the beauty in the hard—without pretending everything is perfect.

They unpack how to manage expectations, navigate grief, practice emotional maturity, and find comfort through honesty, vulnerability, and faith. This conversation is equal parts therapy and theology, offering compassion for anyone walkin ... 

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