Love doesn’t disappear when someone dies—it transforms. If you still feel them in the quiet moments… That’s not your imagination. That’s love continuing. Death ends a life, but it doesn't end a connection. #grief #griefjourney #davidkessler #davidkesslergrief

With raw honesty and courage, my friend Mary Fisher shares her extraordinary life of activism, art, and survival—living with AIDS, battling cancer, and daring to speak truth to power. Her new book, Uneasy Silence, is out now. Click to order your copy: a.co/d/72ZtxL5

In grief, guilt can feel like control—something to hold onto. Feeling helpless is sometimes unbearable. “If only I had…” becomes a script, even when nothing could’ve changed the outcome. What have you blamed yourself for… that might just be your mind trying to hold on?

Early Bird Sale now live! Experience Europe's leading trauma, mental health and wellbeing conference at the University of Oxford. Get yourself an Early Bird ticket before it's too late! Click here to join: mastersevents.com/oxford-2025/ #Grief #Griefsupport #DavidKesslerGrief

Your tears aren’t weakness—they’re love, still flowing. You don’t have to grieve alone. Tender Hearts is a safe, supportive space where your pain is honored and held. Join our compassionate community today: davidkesslertraining.com/tenderhearts #grief #griefsupport #davidkesslergrief

There’s no shortcut through grief. No bypass around pain. But when we allow even one honest feeling, healing quietly begins. What’s one feeling you’ve been avoiding… that might be asking to be felt today? #grief #griefsupport #davidkesslergrief

This Mother’s Day, while many are searching for the perfect gift, there are others sitting with a different kind of ache. This is a piece I wrote for Oprah.com. I hope you will check it out. To read the full article, click here: oprah.com/spirit/the-rea… #grief

Today is Mother's Day. For some, it brings up deep pain. Maybe you’re missing your mom. Maybe you’re a mother missing your child. If Mother’s Day is difficult for you because you’ve had a death, I hope this series helps To watch the video replay, click here:

Loved having this discussion with my friend and relationship author Matthew Hussey. Thoughts? #Grief #Griefsupport #DavidKessler #DavidKesslergrief #MatthewHussey

I'm excited to speak at the 2025 International Childhood Trauma Conference. I’ll join dedicated speakers and professionals to explore how we can support those impacted by childhood trauma. Early bird pricing ends May 18th. Click to save your spot: childtraumaconference.org

Death and dying tend to be hidden in today’s world. It’s something that we rarely talk about openly. Such a fascinating conversation I had on the Body of Wonder podcast with hosts Dr.Andrew.weil pvt Acct and Dr. Victoria Maizes. Click here for the full episode: awcim.arizona.edu/podcast/episod…

Grief isn’t just the love we remember—it’s the pain that loops in our minds. When the mind ruminates, try grounding in the present, acknowledging your emotions, & disrupting the cycle with self-compassion. What helps you find peace?

When someone has a illness of the mind, people often judge the person. People say inappropriate things about such illnesses that they would never say about anyone who has a physical disease. Not implying that we handle physical illness really well either. Thoughts?

Grief is a profound and complex journey that cannot be rushed or bypassed. Despite our desire for a quick fix to alleviate the pain, the process of grieving requires time and patience.

Touching article from Elizabeth Bernstein Elizabeth Bernstein on the Death of a childhood friend. Ever had a close or childhood friend die? Thoughts on this? The full article at wsj.com/lifestyle/rela…

Join me for this FREE 2-day online event designed for therapists, counselors, and anyone who supports others through grief. 🧠💙 💻 Attend live or catch the replay! 👉 Click here to register bit.ly/45mAD2j

Grief’s paradox: The cruelest truth in grief is also the most liberating: the hole in your heart isn’t meant to be filled. Healing begins the moment we stop trying to patch it, fill it, or fix it. Thoughts? #grief #griefsupport #griefeducator #trauma #DavidKessler

Another box of my books has just arrived, but from where? It’s been amazing to see Finding Meaning resonate in so many countries. Guess which country this edition is? Answer in comments. Will let you know the correct answer in an upcoming post. Did a part of it resonate with you?

🌏 What an honor to speak at the Australian Childhood Foundation’s International Conference in Melbourne! Sharing the stage with Dan Siegel,Rachel Yehud. loved meeting Australian members of our tender hearts Grief Group, as well the Grief educator certificate program graduates

National Grief Awareness Day - actress Aubrey Plaza of Parks & Recreation/White Lotus opened up to Amy Poehler on her podcast, her words caught people off guard. That moment said a lot about grief, awareness thoughts? — David Kessler, Grief.com