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Scenario

How to help someone who won't admit they're grieving

My teenager acts like nothing happened since their grandfather died but I found them sobbing in their room at 2am and when I tried to talk they just said 'I'm fine' and shut down completely.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Witnessing private grief while being held at a distance creates its own form of helplessness.

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

“Where Are You with The stages of grief — examined and critiqued?”

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.