Walking Through Grief as an Teen & Adult

Grief changes us. It slows time, blurs days, and turns the simplest moments into reminders of what we’ve lost. Whether it’s the death of a parent, a child, a partner, or a close friend, grief can feel like you’re navigating a storm without a map — and some days, without an anchor.

As an attorney, I often sit with families during their hardest moments. But as a human, I’ve walked through seasons of loss myself, and I know that no matter how prepared you think you are, nothing can truly ready your heart for goodbye. There’s no “right way” to grieve, and healing doesn’t happen on a timeline, no matter how much we wish it would.

It’s easy to feel like you should “be okay” by now, or that others are grieving “better” than you, but the truth is, grief looks different for everyone. It can show up in waves of tears, in moments of laughter, in numb days where everything feels heavy. It can feel like forgetting, remembering, hurting, and healing — all at once.

If you’re in that place right now, I want you to know: you’re not alone, and it’s okay to take your time. It’s okay to not be okay. It’s okay to seek out small steps toward comfort and gentle practices that help you breathe again, even when the grief feels like it’s pressing on your chest.

Today, I’m sharing some gentle, practical ways you can support yourself during grief, along with book recommendations that have brought comfort to many walking this path. My hope is that you find something here that helps you feel seen, supported, and reminded that you are allowed to take your grief one moment at a time.

Allow Yourself to Feel

Grief can bring waves of sadness, anger, confusion, and even relief. All these feelings are valid.

Find Community

Talking with others who have experienced loss can remind you that you are not alone.

Care for Your Body

Grief can impact your physical health. Try to eat, rest, and move your body, even gently.

Create Rituals of Remembrance

Lighting a candle, sharing stories, or visiting a special place can help you honor your loved one while processing your grief.

Recommended Books for Adults Navigating Grief:

📚 “Bearing the Unbearable: Love, Loss, and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief” by Joanne Cacciatore | Buy Now
Focus on giving space for grief by honoring it and allowing it to run its course.

📚 “A Thousand Pounds: Finding the Strength to Live and Love under the Weight of Unbearable Loss” by Brianne Edwards | Buy Now
Covers how the loss of a child impacts your life through grief and the research behind this kind of grief.

📚 “Beyond Tears: Living After Losing a Child” by Ellen Mitchell | Buy Now
Stories from 9 Mothers who share their stories of loss after losing a child.

📚 “Grieving Dads: To the Bring and Back” by Kelly Farley | Buy Now
Fathers who experienced loss of a child, fought their demons and found healing.

📚 “I Wasn’t Ready to Say Goodbye: Surviving, Coping and healing After the Sudden Death of a Loved One. ” by Brooke Noel & Pamela D. Blair | Buy Now
An Exploration on Sudden Death and the devastating effects it can have.

📚 “Reasons to Stay Alive” by Matt Haig | Buy Now
A Memoir on surviving suicidal depression is an ode to grief’s most cliche catchphrase: Time Heals.

📚 “The Beauty of What Remains How Our Greatest Fears Become Our Greatest Gifts” by Steve Leder | Buy Now
Finding joy in life again, and realizing how unfathomable loss still makes room for incredible love.

Recommended Books for Teens Navigating Grief:

📚 “When a Friend Dies: A Book for Teens About Grieving and Healing” by Marilyn E. Gootman | Buy Now
This book answers questions teens might have about their grief and how long it will last

📚 “Healing Your Grieving Heart for Teens: 100 Practical Ideas ” by Alan D Wolfelt | Buy Now
This series offers suggestions for healing activities that can help survivors learn to express their grief and mourn naturally.

Grief is a journey, not a timeline. Be gentle with yourself as you navigate this season. If you need support for your family’s legal planning during this time, we’re here to help you carry that load.

Reach out today and let’s create a plan that gives you peace of mind and ensures your loved ones are cared for Contact Us Here or Give us a Call at 832-557-4593.

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