Saying no after loss takes more courage than most people realize, and today I’m talking about exactly that.

In this 5-Minute Grief Talk, I’m diving into something that doesn’t get named enough in the grief space: the profound, sometimes uncomfortable, and deeply courageous act of saying no to things that no longer serve you after loss. No to relationships that drain you, no to roles you’ve been playing for years, and no to old versions of yourself that simply don’t fit who you’re becoming anymore.

If you’ve ever felt guilty for changing after loss—or scared to disappoint the people around you—this one is for you.

In this grief talk, I cover:
✨ Why grief changes who you are and what you need
✨ The disconnect between who you’re becoming and what others expect
✨ Why saying no is an act of self-preservation, not selfishness
✨ How to start honoring yourself in small, meaningful ways
✨ Why letting go of what no longer fits can bring its own grief, and why that’s okay

Whether you’re navigating the loss of a loved one, grieving a relationship, or grieving a version of yourself, this conversation is for you.