Tag: grief
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Embracing Soft Strength: A Permission Slip to Grieve
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grievingpen.comUnderstanding the Need to Fall Apart Grief has a way of reshaping us from the inside out. It asks us to slow down, to feel deeply, and to let go of the idea that we must always appear strong. For many of us, especially those who have carried heavy responsibilities…
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When Grief Turns into Abandonment
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grievingpen.comA Reflection on Loss, Loneliness, and Showing Up This month, I want to talk about something we rarely name out loud: abandonment after death. We speak often about grief, but not enough about the quiet unraveling that sometimes happens to families—the broken bonds, the empty holidays, the silence that settles…
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Coming Soon!!! A Poetry Book Hearts Lament – The Beauty of Becoming
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grievingpen.comMy Personal Journey Through Grief Grief is a universal experience, yet its expression is deeply personal. My own journey has been shaped by the loss of three beloved souls—my brother, my husband, and my father. Each loss brought its own set of challenges and lessons, profoundly influencing both my life…
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Supporting a Loved One Through Grief
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grievingpen.comgrievingpen.com Grief is complex and emotional. It varies widely and is often shaped by personal relationships and individual coping mechanisms. The experience of losing a loved one can invoke a whirlwind of emotions. This includes profound sadness, anger, confusion, and even relief, as people navigate their new reality. It is…