It's time to gently question what we've been taught about healing from loss...
...and why these 6 Myths don't work!
Myth #1
Don't feel bad
"Don't cry..." also means don't feel bad, but GRIEF HURTS! ...and it's ok to feel it.
Suppressing our emotions does NOT lead to healing.
Myth #2
Replace the Loss
Whether it's a relationship, a person, a pet, a job, or your health...
Trying to "fill the void" doesn't address the pain in your heart and can lead to repeating unhealthy patterns.
Myth #3
Grieve Alone
Many of us believe our emotions are a burden to others. We were taught that our feelings make others uncomfortable so we need to hide them.
But grief is a wound that needs SAFE CONNECTION to truly heal.
Myth #4
Be STRONG
We're often told, "Be strong," -especially for others, but this teaches us that showing how we feel is wrong or weak.
Being honest about our grief is not weak - it's wisdom.
Vulnerability is true strength.
Myth #5
Time Heals All Wounds
Time does NOT heal wounds. Time can pass... but if the pain is still there, it needs attention, not just time.
We heal when we choose to take the intentional actions that create healing.
Myth #6
Keep Busy
Distraction is not a healer; it's a buffer between us and how we really feel.
Real healing happens when we pause, feel, and take deliberate actions to complete our grief.
Which of these 6 myths were you taught about how to deal with loss?
Are you ready to break free?
You don't have to stay stuck in pain.
Healing is possible for you.
If you're still carrying hurt that nobody helped you name, you're not alone.
Call or text me to schedule a grief support session or consultation to work with me in The Grief Recovery Method (now booking for mid-August): 480-259-7140
Or email: Theresa@11thHourShaman.com
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To take your healing deeper, reach out and connect with me:
Call or text me to schedule a grief support session or consultation to work with me in The Grief Recovery Method (now booking for mid-August): 480-259-7140
Or email: Theresa@11thHourShaman.com