The article explores the struggles of grappling with grief, emphasizing that while platitudes like "time heals" may sound true, they often feel distant when in the throes of sorrow. The author advocates for taking small victories, such as simply getting out of bed or caring for loved ones, as important milestones while mourning. Engaging in creative expressions allows for emotional release and connection to lost loved ones, exemplified by the author's experience of writing daily as a means to cope with the loss of their son, Rob.
If you get out of bed in the morning, you've won. If you're able to take care of your other children, you've won.
Doing something creative has its own built-in rewards and surprises. It allows you to express emotions, even when you don't know what you need to feel.
Writing about my son Rob helped me cope with grief. Every word was like taking a breath, bringing life back into my world.
Grief can be an obsession: writing became my way to connect with my son and manage the emptiness left behind.
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