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Scenario

Why happiness feels like betrayal after your child dies

I feel guilty every time I laugh or enjoy something because it feels like I am betraying my son's memory.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Joy becomes morally complicated when it seems to suggest that life can continue meaningfully despite irreparable loss.

Your guide for this
Mira
Mira works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The death of a child — the unnatural loss?”

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.