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Scenario

When your grieving teen feels guilty for moments of joy

My teenager told me she feels guilty for laughing at a movie last week because her brother is dead and will never laugh again.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Survivor's guilt transforms natural moments of lightness into betrayal, as healing itself becomes another source of pain.

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 Children and grief — supporting young people?”

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.