Grief is never a linear process. It doesn’t follow a script, and it rarely behaves the way we expect. While you may anticipate feelings like sadness, grief often brings a surprising mix of emotions that can catch you off guard. These feelings are valid, and recognizing them is a crucial step toward ...

Grief is a complex journey, and at its core lies a profound need: to have your pain witnessed. This was the foundation of a recent post, but today, I want to shift our focus to the next essential need of grieving people: to express your feelings.

This might sound straightforward, but expressing fee...

We live in a grief-averse, grief-illiterate society. People, even your dearest people, mean well and still unintentionally say the most hurtful things to grieving people. 

Dealing with well-meaning but hurtful comments during the holidays (and every day)  while grieving is an ongoing challenge. ...

As the seasons begin to change and the fall season unfolds, many people look forward to the cooler weather and upcoming festivities. But if you’re grieving, this time of year can bring anxiety and a sense of dread, knowing that the winter holidays are just around the corner. 

The anticipation of...