The Kindred-Ear Journal
When Everyone Else Has Moved On — But You’re Still Grieving
The messages have slowed down and everyone appears to have returned to normal, but your grief remains. You have not been grieving for too long, and you should not have to carry it alone.
Why Grief Feels So Exhausting — Even When You Haven’t Done Anything
Grief can make even the smallest task feel overwhelming. If you are exhausted, struggling to sleep or living with brain fog, you are not lazy, your mind and body are carrying something enormously heavy.
When Men Grieve: The Feelings That Often Go Unspoken
Men’s grief is not always visible. It may appear through silence, anger, physical symptoms or keeping constantly busy. This blog explores the losses men carry, the pressure to remain strong and why boys need permission to express their emotions.
Is Pet Grief a Real Thing?
Losing a pet can feel like losing a part of yourself. If you’re grieving and wondering why it hurts so much, you’re not alone. This gentle guide explores pet grief, love, and life after loss.
Grief Changes Relationships – And That’s Hardly Ever Talked About
When someone dies, it isn't only your relationship with them that changes. Friendships can feel different, family tensions can surface, and loneliness can become a difficult part of grief. In this blog, I explore why grief affects relationships and how to navigate these changes with compassion for yourself and others.
Learning to Carry Grief Rather Than "Get Over It"
We often hear that we should 'move on' after a loss, but grief doesn't work that way. This article explores a different perspective: that healing may not be about getting over grief at all, but learning how to carry it alongside the life that continues around it.
When Everyone Else Has Moved On But You're Still Grieving
Sometimes the hardest part of grief is not the loss itself, but feeling as though everyone else has moved on while you're still carrying it. If this feels familiar, I hope these reflections help you feel a little less alone.