Hearts Held Well:
Grief and Healing with Robin Held
In the world of grief, well-meaning advice often comes in the form of familiar phrases that are supposed to make us feel better. One of the most persistent and challenging beliefs is this: Replace the loss.
This idea can manifest in various ways, depending on the situation and how we choose to...
Grief myths are pervasive, often inherited from societal norms or well-meaning advice that can unintentionally hinder your healing. Among the most isolating of these beliefs is the idea that you should grieve alone.
Let’s examine this belief, why it exists, and how it can obstruct your...
When someone says, “Just give it time,” they often mean well. Perhaps they’re trying to comfort you, to express that grief is a journey that can’t be rushed. But while time is a necessary part of healing, time alone won’t heal your grief.
This...
Grief is deeply personal, yet societal and cultural beliefs often shape how we think we should handle it. One of the most common inherited grief beliefs is the idea that we must “be strong for others.” On the surface, this sounds noble—putting aside your own emotions to comfort...
Just Stay Busy (and Other Lies We’ve Loved)
When grief strikes, the world doesn’t stop. Responsibilities, schedules, and expectations remain. In the chaos of heartbreak, the urge to “just stay busy” can feel like the only way to survive. You might have heard this...
As a grief coach, I often help people uncover the roadblocks that prevent them from truly tending to their grief. One of the most common obstacles? Beliefs about grief that we’ve absorbed over time—myths that can slow our healing and make us doubt our own grief journey.
These...