“No one ever told me that grief felt so like fear.”
— C.S. Lewis
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“No one ever told me that grief felt so like fear.” — C.S. Lewis. 🤍 Loss often brings an unexpected sense of uncertainty that can feel overwhelming. If you are navigating this season, remember that it is okay to feel unsettled as you find your way through the healing process. How do you find peace during difficult transitions? Let’s support each other in the comments. 👇
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When we lose someone or something precious, we often prepare ourselves for the tears, the heavy silence, and the hollow ache in our chests. But rarely do we prepare for the trembling uncertainty that accompanies it. C.S. Lewis captures this profound truth perfectly: grief isn't just sadness; it is a visceral, skin-prickling fear of a world that has suddenly become unrecognizable. It is the fear of a future without them, the fear of how to navigate a life that feels fundamentally altered, and the fear of the unknown. If you find yourself feeling more afraid than sad, please know that your reaction is valid. Navigating grief is not a linear path of mourning, but a brave journey through the shadows of uncertainty. True emotional resilience isn't about being fearless; it’s about acknowledging that fear, holding your memories close, and slowly, gently, finding your way back to the light. You are not losing your way; you are simply learning a new way to walk through a transformed world.
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