There is no right or wrong way to grieve. In today’s world, we often feel pressure to "just get on with things" after the loss of a loved one. But when the doorbell stops ringing and the calls become less frequent, we can suddenly feel alone, and maybe even lost.

Some of my clients say, “It’s been a year… why do I still feel like this?” The truth is, grief doesn’t follow a timeline. Sometimes we’ve been so busy dealing with practicalities that we haven’t had the space to truly grieve. Then, out of nowhere, it can hit us like a bolt from the blue.

You might not want to share how you feel with loved ones or friends, perhaps you’re worried about upsetting them or being a burden. But you still want to talk. You want to share the sadness, the memories, the fears, and feel heard.

I know reaching out can be hard. But if you’re reading this, then you’ve already taken a brave first step. Sometimes, we need a quiet, safe space where we can say how we feel, with a nonjudgmental ear to listen and help make sense of those difficult emotions.

Text the next step and contact me. I’d love to hear your story and help you feel lighter. You are not alone.