Is Grief Selfish? What Being "Self-Centered" in Grief Really Means—and Why It Matters
Is grief selfish? Explore why grief is inherently self-centered—and why that’s not a bad thing. Learn how to reframe selfishness as a necessary part of healing after loss, and discover how grief can be a powerful act of self-compassion and survival.
When Every Season Hurts: Surviving Grief Anniversaries and Death Dates All Year Long
Grieving multiple losses can turn your entire calendar into a minefield. Learn how cumulative grief impacts every season, why death anniversaries aren't the only hard days, and how to create rituals that help you survive and thrive year after year.
Grief Is Political: How to Participate in Activism, Even When Your Heart Is Broken
Grief is personal—and political. Learn how systemic injustice shapes loss, and discover 6 low-energy ways to take meaningful political action, even when you're heartbroken, exhausted, and grieving.
How to Plan a Wedding After the Death of a Loved One: Ideas for Honoring Grief and Loss on Your Wedding Day
Planning a wedding after the death of a loved one can feel bittersweet. Learn how to honor grief, infuse memory into your celebration, and make space for both joy and sorrow on your wedding day in this heartfelt, practical guide from a grief coach and grieving bride.
“I Can’t Imagine What You’re Going Through” Isn’t Comforting—Here’s Why
“I can’t imagine what you’re going through” seems well-intentioned and compassionate—but this phrase often isolates grievers instead of comforting them. Learn why it misses the mark, what it really communicates, and what to say instead when someone is grieving.
How to Write a Death Announcement for Facebook, Instagram, and Other Social Media, Step-by-Step
Struggling with what to say online after a loss? This step-by-step guide will help you write a compassionate, clear death announcement for Facebook, Instagram, or other social media platforms—without feeling performative or overwhelmed.
5 Years Into the Pandemic: Grief Is Still Here, Even Though the World Has Moved On
Five years after COVID began, millions are still living with unacknowledged grief. From unacknowledged deaths to long COVID and lost rituals, pandemic loss continues to shape how we live, grieve, and remember. Here's why collective mourning still matters.