One of the most common worries I hear from grieving people is this quiet, uneasy question: Am I supposed to still feel this connected? Many people carry an unspoken belief that healing requires letting go. That at some point, love should loosen, the connection should fade, and grief should become something smaller and more distant. … Continue reading Continuing Bonds: How Love Persists After Loss
A gentle look at the five stages, how they actually show up, and why the model is both helpful and misunderstood The five stages of grief are something most of us hear about long before we ever experience a loss that cracks us open. The words float around in conversations, books, movies, and social media … Continue reading Understanding the Kübler-Ross Model in Real Life
As Thanksgiving approaches, many people focus on being thankful. We hear it in conversations, around the table, and throughout the season. There is another idea that reaches deeper: gratitude. While the two sound similar, understanding the difference can support emotional wellbeing during a time of year that can feel both meaningful and heavy. Thankfulness vs. … Continue reading Gratitude During Thanksgiving
Grief is a deeply personal experience, yet it is something every human will encounter. When someone important to us dies, the world changes in ways that often feel disorienting, emotional, and sometimes impossible to put into words. Many people search for something that helps them understand what they are feeling. Over the years, several grief … Continue reading Understanding Grief: A Gentle Introduction to the Theories That Shape How We Heal
Amanda Brindle, LCSW 