When you hear someone repeating his grief story over and over, that means his grief has not been witnessed in a healthy way. - David Kessler

Pay attention to your thinking. — Louise Hay

3) Writing Prompt:

Some traits I hold dear about myself today were born from adaptations to my deepest wounds and emotional conflicts. These traits, born from struggle, are not less valuable. They are a testament to our resilience and strength and deserve our acceptance and appreciation.

Take a moment to delve into a trait that you have come to appreciate about yourself. Can you trace its origin to a time of deep pain or struggle? This journey of self-discovery is a powerful tool for personal growth.

study the way of life in the northern indigenous villages of Australia. One of the villagers told her that the night someone dies, everyone in the village moves a piece of furniture or something else into their yard. The next day, when the bereaved family wakes up and looks outside, they see that everything has changed since their loved one died — not just for them but for everyone. That's how these communities witness, and mirror, grief.