The process of grieving is not about letting go but about transforming our understanding of our relationship with the deceased, integrating their memory into our lives.

The relationship between grief and love is profound; understanding what we have lost is essential to grasping the impact of that loss.

The 'if only' thoughts that arise after a loss can lead to guilt and self-blame, but they don't change the reality that the loved one is gone.

Having a belief system or understanding of life and death can predict how one copes with grief, often leading to less severe grief after a loss.

Grieving is like the stock market; it fluctuates daily but shows a general trajectory over time, indicating that while grief may never fully go away, it can evolve.

Grief is a complex process; talking about lost loved ones can help honor their memory and cope with the loss.

People often feel pressure to grieve in a certain way, but it's essential to understand that grief can look different for each person and may not align with societal expectations. It's okay to feel joy and engage in activities like falling in love or going on vacation after a loss, as it doesn't diminish the love for the person who has passed.

Yearning for a loved one is a fundamental part of grief, driven by dopamine, which is linked to our desire to reconnect with those we've lost.

Grief and grieving are distinct; grief is the immediate feeling, while grieving is the process of how that feeling changes over time.