Listen "132. How to Navigate the Pain of Firsts and Milestones After Loss"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textWe’re digging into an emotionally charged topic: the deep pain and emotional weight of experiencing “firsts” and major milestones after the loss of a loved one—even beyond the first year of grief.Whether it’s birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, or other significant dates, these moments often serve as powerful reminders of what’s missing. Grief can feel especially raw and heavy during these times, and you're not alone in that.Together, we explore how to navigate grief during milestones with intention, compassion, and emotional honesty. I’ll share supportive and practical grief tools to help you cope with painful firsts, honor your person in meaningful ways, and protect your emotional well-being through rituals, boundaries, and permission to feel it all.If you’re struggling with how to survive anniversaries, holidays, or special events after loss, this episode offers validation, comfort, and grief support to help you move through these moments with grace and gentleness.What you’ll learn:Why “firsts” and milestones can hit hard—even years laterCoping tools for grieving during holidays and special datesThe power of creating rituals to honor your lossHow to set boundaries and protect your energyWhy it’s okay to feel grief resurface at any timeYou don’t have to “move on” or pretend everything’s okay. Grief is ongoing, and this episode is your reminder that there is no timeline, only tenderness.Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/lifewithgriefpodcast Work with me: Micro-Moments for Transformation: https://lossesbecomegains.com/transformation 14-Day Relief in Your Grief Challenge: https://lossesbecomegains.com/relief-in-grief Work with me one-on-one: https://lossesbecomegains.com/work-with-tara Connect with me further: Leave a voice note through Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithGrief Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithgriefpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losses.become.gains Website: https://lossesbecomegains.com/ Shop the LBG Daily Journal: https://lossesbecomegains.com/journal Check out my other podcast, Taste Toast Travel...
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