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Scenario

When spaces hold conflicting memories of joy and loss

My husband wants to remarry in the same church where we held our son's funeral five years ago but I cannot imagine celebrating anything joyful in that space.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Physical locations can become so associated with trauma that their original positive meanings feel inaccessible or even offensive to the grieving.

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

“Where Are You with Memorial practices and keeping memory alive?”

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.