Loss shakes the foundation of our lives, leaving us in a space where time feels suspended, and the world moves forward while we stand still. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a dream, or a version of yourself, grief has a way of demanding our attention. It’s heavy, unpredictable, and deeply personal. There is no ‘right way’ to navigate loss, but there are ways to move through it with grace, self-compassion, and hope for what’s ahead. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it means learning how to carry your loss in a way that honors both your pain and your ability to move forward. Below are seven keys to navigating immense loss ...
- Acknowledge Your Grief – Suppressing pain doesn’t make it disappear. Give yourself permission to feel everything—the sadness, the anger, the confusion—without judgment. Grief is not something to ‘get over’; it’s something to move through.
- Take It One Moment at a Time – Looking at the future without what you’ve lost can feel unbearable. Focus on the next breath, the next step, the next small act of self-care. Healing happens in the smallest of moments.
- Lean on Your Support System – You don’t have to carry this alone. Allow yourself to receive love, comfort, and support from those who care about you. Let people show up for you in ways big or small.
- Honor What Was Lost – Whether through journaling, rituals, creating something meaningful, or simply speaking their name, find a way to honor what you’ve lost. Acknowledging its impact allows you to integrate it into your journey, rather than feeling like you must erase it.
- Give Yourself Grace – There is no ‘right’ way to grieve. Some days will be heavy, others will be lighter. Be patient with yourself as you navigate the waves of grief. Healing isn’t linear—it’s a process that unfolds in its own time.
- Find Comfort in Routine – In times of loss, even the smallest routines can provide stability. Whether it’s making your bed, drinking a morning cup of tea, or taking an evening walk, grounding yourself in daily rituals can bring a sense of normalcy amidst the chaos.
- Allow Hope to Find You – It may not feel possible now, but healing will come. Slowly, joy will return in glimpses—a familiar song, a deep breath, a sunset that reminds you life still holds beauty. Hope doesn’t mean forgetting; it means making space for both the sorrow of what’s gone and the possibility of what’s still to come.
Grief will change you, but it does not have to break you. In time, you will find ways to carry your loss while still moving forward. And when you do, you’ll see that love, in all its forms, never truly leaves—it just changes shape.
