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The Uncharted Path of Grief

Grief does not follow a linear path.


It zigs and it zags, and it comes to an abrupt stop.


Then, out of nowhere, it crashes into you like a massive wave — leaving you breathless, empty, and your heart broken into a million pieces.


It challenges your strength, resolve, and ability to go on with life — made even more difficult when you realize the life you knew “before” is not the same as it is now or will ever be.

 

As days go by, your head overflows with thoughts of your loved one. Your heart aches for one last chance to see their face, one more opportunity to talk with them and to hear their voice.


Out of nowhere the wave returns with a vengeance, wiping you out and leaving you with the stark realization there are no more memories to make with them. No more picking up the phone to ask a question or share your day with them. No more planning vacations or family get togethers.


Grief is a day-to-day journey, and you are a traveler without a map or destination. So be kind to yourself. Take the time you need to process, feel, and reflect.  To honor the loved one who occupied (and will always occupy) a large part of your heart.


The sadness you feel does not ever completely go away, but with time its grasp on you will weaken. One day you’ll discover that the pain has eased even if just a tiny bit, and your heart is a little lighter.


When the time is right, you will evolve into the next chapter of your life with newfound strength, resilience, and perspective…


And your eyes will once again see the light.

 

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