Rising Through Grief
A Blog About Understanding, Navigating, and Rising Through Grief.
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Grief vs. Depression: Why the Line Is Blurry and That’s Okay
One of the most painful questions people ask after a loss is, “Am I grieving… or am I depressed?” Usually, that question comes with fear that something is wrong, broken,… -
The Science of Grief: How Your Brain Changes After Loss
When we think of grief, we usually think of the heart. We imagine sorrow as something that sits heavy in the chest, as tears, or as an ache that time… -
5 Ways to Find Peace After a Painful Relationship with Your Father
Let’s say the quiet part out loud: Not everyone had a “World’s Best Dad” mug situation. Some of us had absent dads. Or angry. Or emotionally unavailable.Some of us had… -
How to Grieve the Death of Your Dad—Your Way, In Your Time
Grief doesn’t own a stopwatch. Contrary to popular belief, it doesn’t care about “stages,” timelines, or how well you keep it together at work. It certainly doesn’t take a roll… -
How to Heal When Your Mother Was the One Who Hurt You
Breaking the silence. Rebuilding from the roots. Let’s address a societal norm that makes it challenging to acknowledge maternal trauma. Saying “My mother hurt me” is not easy. Society often… -
How to Take Care of Your Mental Health While Grieving a Mother Who’s Gone
Because love doesn’t disappear—and neither does grief (unfortunately). Let’s just say it: Mother’s Day can be hard when your mom is no longer here. The commercials cue the violin music…. -
Tackling the Holiday Blues with Heart and Humor
Ah, the holidays. A time for chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Mariah Carey reminding you she is Christmas, and the world suddenly smelling like cinnamon and pine. It’s supposed… -
Feeling Like the Grinch? Here’s How to Cope When the Holidays Bring More Blues Than Cheer
Ah, the holidays. They are a magical season of joy, lights, and unrelenting pressure to be happy. Everywhere you look, it’s “Merry this” and “Happy that,” with a side of… -
Empty Seats, Full Hearts: Navigating the Holidays When You’re Missing Loved Ones (Without Losing Your Marbles)
Let’s be honest: the holidays can feel like a Hallmark movie… but with a rogue subplot that involves grief showing up uninvited. You’re supposed to be decking the halls and…