“The Greatest Gift: Grief Literacy”
For my family, when we lost my grandmother — “Mommy” — it absolutely knocked us off our feet.
We didn’t talk about grief, loss, or even prepare for the unexpected. The truth is, most people are scared to death to talk about death. You just don’t want to think about it, let alone imagine losing someone you love.
We didn’t have a plan. So, when it hit our home, it shattered and scattered us.
It wasn’t anyone’s fault. You’re just living life, thinking your loved ones will be here forever. But the truth is, the death rate is 100%. People will die — and so will we.
Since death, grief, and loss are inevitable, the greatest gift you can give your loved ones is Grief Literacy.
As the post says: Don’t wait until a disaster happens to try and fix it — prepare, because you know it’s coming.
I encourage you — whoever is reading this — becoming grief literate and grief prepared is the most loving, generous act you can do for yourself and those left behind.
Your family will already be in shambles when the day comes and you’re no longer here. Help them now. Help yourself now. Pray for the courage to face the hard reality of loss. Think about the people you love — you owe it to them, and to yourself, to learn, prepare, and be armed with knowledge.
The truth is, preparing for grief is like insurance: you hope you’ll never need it, but when you do, you’ve given yourself the greatest chance to survive and rebound.
Yes, it’s scary. But take comfort in knowing you’re caring for your family in advance. And that, my friend, is the greatest gift of all: peace of mind.
Sending love, comfort, and peace your way.
Ke’Shawn
