Grieving

Honouring Loss in All Its Forms

As we traverse through life in various roles — mother, teacher, boyfriend, or simply a “liver,” as Orry might say — we often delay accepting the unique, sometimes contradictory, parts of who we are.

Life moves through phases, and with each one, we gather inferences — from praise, from projects, from silence. And when those moments don’t align with what we hoped for or expected, we tend to be harsh — with ourselves or with others — based on those interpretations.

Knowing Ourselves First

To be in any relationship — romantic, familial, professional, or even casual — it’s vital to understand who we are when we are not around others.

This might look like:

Noticing why silence feels uncomfortable and instinctively needs to be filled
Understanding why having a plan brings peace — even if others call it rigid
Accepting our intrinsic need for connection as part of being social creatures

This Week’s Reflection: Grieving

Grieving is a deeply personal process. Whether it’s about someone, something, or some part of ourselves we’ve had to let go of — the what, who, and why of it is uniquely ours to hold and feel.

Here are some reflective prompts to explore grief in its many dimensions:

🖤 Is Grieving Only About Major Losses?

Is grief reserved for certain types of loss — like death or heartbreak — or can it include things like lost routines, opportunities, friendships, versions of ourselves? What does grief truly mean to you?

🗣️ Are Words Enough?

Expression is personal. For you, do words feel like an adequate way to convey what you're experiencing? Or do gestures, silence, creativity, or movement express more than language ever could?

⚖️ Is Every Loss the Same?

Do all losses terrify you? Or have some brought unexpected clarity, anchoring, or even a sense of freedom? Can loss sometimes feel both spiraling and transformative?

💛 How Can You Care for Yourself While Grieving?

Grief can be immobilizing. Even so, what are small, sustainable actions you can take daily — like staying hydrated, journaling, going for a short walk — to help you stay connected to yourself without pushing the grief away?

You're Not “Too Much”

These weekly reflections are designed to help you reconnect with your inner compass — your worldview, your drives, your deepest truths. The parts of you that may have once been called “too sensitive” or “too intense” may be exactly what the world needs right now.

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