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How to handle grief

Grief comes in many forms – it’s a universal experience. But do you really know how to handle it? 

 

Psychotherapist and grief expert, Megan Devine joins Alex Cooper of Call Her Daddy to discuss her own journey with grief after the sudden loss of her partner. Megan provides tangible advice to support yourself and others managing grief. She shares exactly what NOT to do when it comes to supporting a grieving friend and offers the best ways to show up and support someone

Megan speaks about the importance of setting boundaries while grieving and shares some personal boundaries she created in the aftermath of losing her partner. She talks about the feelings associated with grieving a toxic person, and has advice for navigating the mix of feelings that come with that experience.

Megan challenges the idea that grief is something to overcome and normalizes – it’s okay to be really fucking sad. Whether you are recently grieving, years out or looking to support someone who recently experienced loss, Megan provides the insight we all need to hear.

If you’re trying to support a grieving friend, explore the resource library, or get customized, text-based tips through Help Texts. Use code megandevine to get $10 off. 

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