“Everyone grieves in different ways. For some, it could take longer or shorter. I do know it never disappears. An ember still smolders inside me. Most days, I don’t notice it, but, out of the blue, it’ll flare to life.”
— Maria V. Snyder
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“Everyone grieves in different ways. For some, it could take longer or shorter. I do know it never disappears. An ember still smolders inside me. Most days, I don’t notice it, but, out of the blue, it’ll flare to life.” — Maria V. Snyder. Healing isn't about extinguishing our deepest losses, but learning to live with the warmth they leave behind. How do you find comfort on the days the ember flares up? Share your thoughts below. 💬✨
About this quote
Grief is not a disease to be cured or a hurdle to be jumped over; it is a profound testament to the depth of our capacity to love. As Maria V. Snyder so beautifully captures, the pain of loss may quiet down, transforming from a roaring fire into a quiet, hidden ember, but it never truly leaves us. We learn to carry it, integrating our sorrow into the tapestry of our daily lives until it becomes almost invisible in the background of our routines. Yet, healing is rarely a linear journey. Just when we think we have mastered our grief, a familiar scent, a sudden memory, or a quiet moment can fan that dormant ember back into a flare of warmth and heartache. This is a gentle reminder to give ourselves boundless grace. Healing doesn't mean forgetting; it means learning how to coexist with our memories, honoring the pieces of our past while bravely stepping forward into our tomorrows.
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