LibraryScenariosWhen writing to the dead becomes a barrier to grieving
Scenario

When writing to the dead becomes a barrier to grieving

My daughter died in a car accident last year and I keep writing letters to her but I'm starting to worry I'm preventing myself from accepting she's gone.

Rabia
Online
The coach is replying

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Creative connection with loss can sometimes maintain denial when we need to move toward acceptance.

Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Writing and creative legacy?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.