Grief is a powerful experience of intense sadness, anger, hurt, and loss. This quick read, written by a grief therapist, equips you with the knowledge and empathy to support your loved ones. Learn powerful dos and don'ts for communication, practical ways to show you care, and how to help grieving children navigate their emotions.

Grief can leave you feeling isolated and alone, but vulnerability is the key to unlocking healing. By sharing your story and expressing your emotions, you connect with loved ones who can offer support and understanding. Talking and feeling openly allows you to process complex feelings like anger, sadness, and guilt, and begin to find meaning in your loss. Vulnerability may feel scary at first, but it's a powerful tool that can empower you to move forward on your grief journey. Curious about how? Read on.

Grief hits hard. It disrupts the brain's emotional control center, scrambling the circuits for happiness and connection. This throws a wave of raw emotions – sadness, anger, emptiness – at you after any loss. Even the dread you feel when you know a loss is coming, like caring for a terminally ill loved one, can trigger this emotional storm. That's anticipatory grief. And for some, the intense emotions linger, making daily life a struggle – that's complicated grief. This post dives into the science behind grief, offering tools and resources to help you navigate this difficult journey.