My therapist says I need to 'let go' of my grief for my son, but letting go feels like letting him go, and I'd rather carry the pain than risk forgetting how much I loved him.
More people experience this than they realize.
The therapeutic imperative to 'move through' grief can conflict with the heart's desire to preserve love through continued suffering.
“Where Are You with Grief as spiritual practice?”
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.