A Reminder That You Are Not “Behind” in Your Grief

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline. It doesn’t adhere to any set rules. There’s no “right” way to grieve, and there certainly isn’t a deadline for healing.

If you’re struggling with feeling like you’re “behind” in your grief, know this: You are exactly where you need to be.

It’s easy to get caught up in comparison—whether it’s seeing others “move on” or feeling pressure to “get better” by a certain time. But grief is personal. It’s unique. It doesn’t look the same for anyone, and it certainly doesn’t happen in a straight line.

Some days might feel heavy and slow, while others bring unexpected bursts of clarity or acceptance. And that’s okay. In fact, it’s more than okay—it’s part of the process.

If you’re in the thick of it right now, or if it feels like there’s no end in sight, you are not behind. Your grief is unfolding at its own pace, and that pace is perfect for you.

✨ Be gentle with yourself.
✨ Release the comparison.
✨ Allow yourself to feel what you need to feel, when you need to feel it.

Healing is not a race. It’s a journey, and you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.

Leave a comment below on where you are in YOUR grieving journey!