When someone says, “Don’t feel bad,” to a grieving person, it often comes from a place of love and an earnest desire to help. Yet, despite good intentions, this phrase can unintentionally harm the person in grief—and may even require repair to rebuild trust in the relationship.

Why? Because of what...

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 belief—that time itself is the cure for heartbreak—c...

In the seasonal transition from fall to winter, and as the winter holidays approach, you might find that your pain and sadness feel more intense than usual. This time of year, filled with celebrations, traditions, togetherness, and expectations of joy, can amplify your feelings of loss in ways that ...

As the leaves begin to fall and the crispness of autumn settles in, many of us are reminded of the weight we carry—those unseen burdens that have accumulated over time. Picture a child struggling under the weight of an overfilled backpack, each step becoming heavier, more challenging. This image per...

EARLY GRIEF. Just hearing those words can bring a sigh of exhaustion and sorrow. If you’re in the thick of it, it can feel like the very ground beneath your feet has disappeared, leaving you in a world where nothing makes sense anymore. If you’re here, chances are you’re navigating these uncharted w...