Grief Comes in WAVES
- Maya Burnett
- 15 hours ago
- 2 min read
What a Therapist Wants You to Know About Grief, Loss, and the Journey Toward Healing
Grief doesn’t follow a straight line; instead, it moves like water.
Some days feel calm, while others feel like you’re being pulled under. And often, people wonder, “Am I doing this wrong?” The truth is, grief isn’t something you complete — it’s something you learn to move with.
“I don’t feel like myself anymore… and I don’t know if I ever will.” Sound familiar?
Grief can feel disorienting, like the world kept moving while a part of you stayed behind.
What you’re feeling makes sense. Grief can come in waves—sometimes loud, sometimes quiet. It may show up as sadness, anger, numbness, or even moments of peace. There’s no right way or timeline to grieve.
Healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it just means learning how to hold both love and loss at the same time.
Here’s a simple way to understand it:
W — With You Always
Grief doesn’t just disappear. It changes form, but it stays connected to you because it reflects something—or someone—you love.
It’s not about “getting over it." It’s about learning how to carry it differently.
A — Arrives Unexpectedly
Grief doesn’t wait for the “right” moment.
It can show up in the middle of a normal day, in a smell, a song, a memory, or even in moments of joy.
And when it does, it can feel confusing: "Why now?”
V — Varies in Intensity
Some days it’s a quiet ache… other days it’s overwhelming.
This doesn’t mean you’re going backwards—it means you’re human.
Grief expands and contracts, just like waves.
E — Ebbs and Flows
There will be moments where you feel okay…and then not okay again.
This is where many people judge themselves the most.
But healing isn’t linear. Movement is still progress, even when it circles back.
S — Speaks in Different Ways
Grief doesn’t only show up as sadness.
It can look like anger, numbness, anxiety, guilt, or even relief.
Every feeling has a message. Grief is not just pain, it’s communication.
With support, Mindful Perceptions Counseling can help you stay afloat, swim, or simply ride the waves as they arise.
Together, we create space for your grief without rushing it. We gently explore your experience, honor your connection, and help you find ways to carry your loss while still making room for life.
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