When Mother's Day Hurts

Grieving a mother, a mother figure, being unable to become a mother, or grieving a mother relationship that was difficult, can make Mother's Day hurt.  

Each of these experiences are valid, and they all deserve acknowledgement of the pain, sadness and heartache.

Grief can be confusing and complicated, and sometimes we may not even recognize that some emotions we feel on this day, actually have to do with grief.  

It's important to understand that the length of time that has passed since a death or a loss, does not mean you cannot still grieve.  This is especially true when ones grief has not had the opportunity to be fully witnessed and honored.  

Feelings may come and go, but holidays, including Mother's Day, may bring up memories and emotions from the past.   It's important to be gentle on yourself, and find a person whom you can trust to share and seek outside help to get additional support. 

There are many resources that will fully recognize your grief, and can help you to find tools that will help you to feel and understand your emotions and to  walk forward with the pain.  

When Mother's Day Hurts