Our ability to feel loss deeply, be it the death of a loved one or a significant non-death loss like the end of a relationship or a big life change, shows we’re engaged in the full spectrum of human experiences. It proves we’re alive and fully invested in our relationships and passions. So feeling the
I have been divorced now for over two years. And as I approach what would have been my 12th anniversary on October 31, 2024, I finally feel ready to talk about divorce loss in a public way. As an expert in the field of death-related grief, I know academically there are similarities and differences between
Grief is often associated with the death of a loved one, but the truth is, we experience grief in many other forms throughout our lives. Non-death losses—like the end of a relationship, losing a job, or even unmet expectations—can trigger deep emotional responses that are just as valid and impactful as those caused by death. Yet,