29/08/2025
🌻Today marks Grief Awareness Day, a reminder that loss touches every one of us at some point in our lives.
Grief is the natural response to loss — not something to “get over,” but something we grow around.
Here are some important truths about grief:
💛It’s personal and unique. Every journey looks different.
💛It comes in waves. Some days feel lighter, others heavier — both are normal.
💛It’s holistic. Grief affects our emotions, body, mind, and spirit.
💛It needs space. Talking, remembering, or simply sitting with our feelings are all valid.
💛It’s love. Grief reflects the deep bond we have with those we’ve lost.
Support is available — whether from friends, family, or professional services. See our website for the resources and support services that we offer. griefcentre.org.nz/support
🫶On this day, let’s commit to being more compassionate with ourselves and others, and to creating communities where grief is acknowledged, honoured, and supported. 🫶
