Scattered Tears: How to Work with Grief and Other Big Feelings

Hi, it's Jen. Today, I'm exploring a topic often skirted in society: grief. Reflecting on my mom's passing almost five years ago brings this issue to light. Her recent 75th birthday would have been a reminder of her love, especially during my struggles with ADHD.

Lately, I've noticed many around me grappling with significant losses, making grief feel heavier. Emotions like disbelief, sadness, and bargaining are part of the messy grieving process. Active mourning, described by grief expert Alan Wolfelt, involves feeling and working through these emotions. As I navigate my own grief journey, I'm learning to embrace its complexities and find solace in shared experiences. Grief isn't something to rush through; it's a personal journey that requires acknowledgment and compassion, both for ourselves and others.

Correction:  In the podcast I mistakenly referred to David Kessler as Steven Kessler.  

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