When It Comes to Grief, It's Okay that You're Not Okay

After losing Dianne, one of the first books I read was, It's Okay that You're Not Okay, by Megan Divine. I found it to be so helpful. I highly recommend it to you.

The focus of the book is that grief is a very natural and necessary experience. Yet, our culture doesn't understand. Our very being shouts that we have been hurt and traumatized. The world around us says, "Move on." 

When it comes to grief, it is entirely okay not to be okay. Grief is a natural and necessary response to loss, and it can manifest in various ways, including sadness, anger, confusion, and even numbness. It is a complex and individual process that takes time to navigate.

Society may often pressure people to quickly move on or "get over" their grief, but it's important to recognize that everyone grieves differently and at their own pace. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and there is no set timeline for healing.

Allowing yourself to experience and express your emotions is crucial for the healing process. Trying to suppress or deny your grief can lead to more significant emotional distress in the long run. So, it's important to be gentle and compassionate with yourself during this difficult time.

If you are struggling with grief, don't hesitate to reach out to friends, family, or a professional counselor for support. Talking about your feelings and sharing your emotions with others can be very beneficial.

Remember, healing from grief is not about forgetting the person or thing you lost; it's about finding ways to integrate that loss into your life and learning to live with it in a way that allows you to move forward while still honoring the memory of what or who you have lost.