The many casualties of grief and the silver lining.

Many relationships fizzle out or disappear during grief. And some are just on a brief hiatus until the grief isn't so all-consuming. But what do you do when resuming the relationship is no longer an option?

Realizing that the same tools that helped me navigate and cope with my depression, do not apply to grief.

During grief, I have lost so much of my identity. I don't know who I am. I don't know what I want from life. If I even want anything from life. On top of losing mom, I feel as though I have lost the me who used to be. The one who I was when mom was here.

Where all the elephants in the room are welcome. But instead of ignoring them, or feeling tense and looking away; Here, we let them be. We let them make as much noise as they need to. We sit down and we welcome them to the table.

Welcome to the Elephant Room.