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Scenario

Why grief doesn't always look like crying

Everyone keeps telling me how strong I am for handling my father's death so well but I feel completely numb and I'm starting to worry that something is wrong with me.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The mind's protective mechanisms can create distance from pain that feels like emotional failure.

Your guide for this
Mira
Mira works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Death of a loved one — the immediate experience?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.