Just Enduring

Grief changes everything, especially small talk.

Questions that once felt “normal” like “how many kids do you have?” can suddenly feel impossible to answer. This is exactly how our friend Becca felt when her daughter Sammi died.

Read her powerful words here: https://justenduring.org/living-and-loving-after-child-loss-blog/my-numbers-dont-add-up/

If you tell the truth, people might shut down or apologize. You may even feel responsible for comforting them.

But remember: this is your grief journey, not theirs. It’s not your job to make others feel comfortable with your loss.

Your time and energy are precious. You only have so much emotional capacity. Prioritizing yourself isn’t selfish, it’s what allows you to show up for the things and people that matter most.