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Scenario

When birthdays become reminders of loss

I've been dreading my birthday for weeks because it's the first one since my brother died, and I keep thinking about how he won't call to sing off-key like he did every year.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Personal celebrations highlight the absence of those who once shared our joy.

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 Grief anniversaries and triggering dates?”

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.

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