Grief

Grief is a Journey, Not a Destination

Grief never truly ends… but it transforms. It is a passage, not a place to remain. Grief does not signify weakness, nor does it reflect a lack of faith—it is simply the cost of love.

If you have lost someone or something dear to you, if you are carrying the weight of deep sorrow, or if you are finding your way through it, know this: You are not alone.

At first, everything freezes. Time stands still. The world feels unrecognizable—that is shock. Then, as life begins to move again, denial sets in. You may find yourself struggling to accept the loss, searching for ways to escape the reality of it.

When escape no longer soothes the ache, frustration and anger may take over. You may feel lost, questioning why this had to happen. This can lead to bargaining, an attempt to rewrite the past, to change what cannot be changed. When those attempts fail, the weight of it all may settle in as depression, making the grief feel even heavier.

But know this: Every step of this journey is natural. Every emotion is valid. You are not broken; you are healing.

In time, a shift begins. Small rays of light break through the darkness. You start testing—seeking out the things that bring even the slightest relief, moments of peace. And as you explore those moments, acceptance gently unfolds. You realize that while the pain may not vanish, it can soften. You learn to carry love forward, not just loss.

But do not let grief become your forever.

How?

Believe. Everything in this world is temporary—including grief.

Have faith that light follows darkness, that good times will come.

Even in sorrow, find gratitude, for every experience shapes us in ways we may not yet understand.

To all who have lost, who have endured hardship, and especially to those who have left this world—your presence mattered, your love remains, and you will never be forgotten.

May peace find its way to every aching heart.