Over the past few weeks, we’ve taken a deep dive into some of the 6 most common myths about grief—beliefs many of us have unknowingly internalized. These myths are often passed down through family, culture, and societal norms, shaping how we respond to loss. While they may be well-intentioned, they can actually hold us back from healing in meaningful, lasting ways.
In case you missed any, here’s a quick recap of the myths we’ve explored:
Each of these beliefs tends to push us away from what we really need during times of grief—connection, emotional honesty, self-compassion, and space to process our pain.
Reflect on the Roots
Take a moment to reflect on where these myths may have shown up in your own life. Who taught you that time alone would heal your wounds? Or that strength means staying silent? Ask yourself: Do these beliefs actually help me move forward? Or do they keep me stuck in cycles of avoidance and isolation?
This kind of reflection is the first step in challenging old grief narratives and creating room for a more supportive, authentic healing journey.
Healing Starts with Awareness
Grief is deeply personal. There’s no formula or timeline that works for everyone. But what does make a difference is learning to identify the beliefs that are holding you back and replacing them with practices that support your emotional well-being.
It might look like:
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Giving yourself permission to cry, feel, and rest—without guilt
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Talking with someone who truly listens
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Reaching out instead of isolating
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Letting go of unrealistic expectations of what “being strong” means
These are small shifts, but they can open big doors.
You're Not Alone
Letting go of grief myths is just the beginning. As you start to reframe what grief looks like for you, you create space for genuine healing. And you don’t have to do it alone.
If you’re feeling called to dig deeper, I’ve created two powerful ways to support your next step:
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Download the FREE Grief Recovery 101 Guide – This free guide walks you through the most common grief myths and offers insights into how they may be impacting your healing.
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Schedule an In-Depth Grief Assessment – We’ll explore your unique experience with loss, how these myths may be showing up in your story, and how to create a clear, compassionate path forward.
Join the Grief Recovery Course
If you're ready to go beyond the surface and commit to real healing, I invite you to join my 6-Week Grief Recovery Course. This intimate, structured journey is designed to help you:
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Identify and release emotional pain tied to loss
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Break free from harmful beliefs and patterns
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Build tools for ongoing resilience
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Reconnect with yourself in a meaningful way
You don’t have to have it all figured out—you just have to be willing to take the next step. Healing begins when you give yourself permission to try something new.
Let’s move forward together.