Trigger Warning: This episode discusses grief and loss.

In this episode of Trauma Uncensored, Brooke and Andres talk about one of the most frustrating things people dealing with loss often hear: "Shouldn't you be over it by now?"

Together, they unpack the harmful idea that grief should follow a neat, predictable timeline. Brooke shares her personal experience of living with grief that doesn’t fade on schedule — and how healing doesn't mean forgetting or moving on.

They also explore the emotional toll of having to explain or defend your pain to others, and offer comfort and validation to anyone still carrying the weight of their loss, no matter how much time has passed.

This episode is a gentle reminder: there is no expiration date on grief.

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