This Battle Called Grief

A few days ago, the world commemorated the 80th anniversary of D-Day. As I watched the images online, I was transported back to the time when we visited Normandy a few years ago. The sight of the beaches, the echoes of history, all reminded me of my dad, a WWII veteran. I remember the stories he used to tell, the battles he fought in the European sector, and how he came back a changed man. In hindsight, I can see how the battle of grief mirrors the struggles of those brave men. Just like my dad, our lives are often forever changed by this battle.

Just as the soldiers fought for their lives during D-Day, we too must stand firm on the battlefield of our own hearts and lives. It’s not easy, and there will be times when we feel overwhelmed, but we must remember that we are not alone in this fight. We have the strength within us to overcome, just as those brave men did on that fateful day.

Normandy is a beautiful place, and the fields that once held so much death are now adorned with the most beautiful wildflowers. If not for the remaining bunkers and the deep craters left behind by the bombs, you would never know what went on here. In this battle called grief, we can do many things to help us climb out of the proverbial ditches and foxholes. We can seek support from loved ones, engage in self-care activities, and find solace in shared experiences. These strategies, like the wildflowers in Normandy, can bring beauty and healing to our lives. Continue reading here:  When Does the Fallout End.