Grief is always hard, especially around milestones like birthdays and anniversaries. Arguably the most difficult time when you’re grieving though, is Christmas. You may be dreading the first festive season without your loved one, understandably so. Nothing will make it easy. But here are some things that will hopefully make it feel a bit more manageable.

I’ve supported many people with depression , both in my personal and professional life. I probably don’t always get it exactly right but...