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Scenario

Why gratitude advice backfires with fresh grief

My friend said I should 'count my blessings' when I told her about my father's sudden death and I have been counting everything I lost instead.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The demand for appreciation can feel violent when loss has revealed how fragile every blessing actually is.

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

“Where Are You with What not to say to a grieving person?”

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.