Grief never ends.

The reason it hurts so much is because we loved. The pain from a loss can be crippling as you remember the person that you loved and cherished. It can be an excruciating process to begin your life without them.

Grief doesn’t magically end at a certain point. Reminders often bring back the pain and loss. You might be faced with grief over your loss again and again.

It is common for feelings of grief to return on the anniversaries, birthdays or other special days throughout the year. These feelings, sometimes called an anniversary reaction, aren’t necessarily a setback in the grieving process. They’re a reflection that your loved one’s life was important to you.

Grieving has to be felt and experienced before you are free from it.

If your grief gets worse over time instead of better or interferes with your ability to function in daily life, consult a therapist. Unresolved grief, or what we call “complicated grief” can lead to depression and other mental health problems. However, a therapist can help you re-establish a sense of control and direction in your life. You can return to the path of healing. I promise.

Tell me your story.

Carrie