Grief is Love That Has Nowhere to go

I don’t know who needs to hear this today, but I want you to know—it’s okay if you can’t hold yourself together. It’s okay if you cry. It’s okay if you have days when you feel angry, lost, or overwhelmed with sadness. And it’s okay if you also have days where you wake up, find joy, and smile again. Grief is not just pain—it’s love that refuses to fade.

The most important thing you can do is remember. Remember the laughter, the moments when you went the extra mile to make them feel safe and happy. And if you still have loved ones with you, don’t wait until they’re gone to show them that same love. If you’re not doing that—shame on you.

I live my life knowing that I left it all on the table. When I think about my mama and both of my dad's, I can say with my whole heart that I gave my all. I wasn’t perfect, but I have no regrets. I advocated for them. I loved them. I forgave them. And thank God, they forgave me too. No one on earth is perfect but some people forget that.

So, if I can leave you with anything today, let it be these three things:

1. Take an honest look at what you have instead of just focusing on what you’ve lost. Gratitude changes everything.

2. If you are blessed to still have your parents or people who love you—SHOW THEM. Don’t assume they know. Tell them. Make time for them. Love should never be left unspoken.

3. Lay your head down at night knowing you did your best. And if God blesses you to wake up tomorrow, try to do even better. Life is too short for excuses.

There is no TV show, no job, no “busy schedule” that is more important than the people who truly deserve your time. No more excuses.

Love hard. Live fully. And never leave love unsaid. #showingmyroots #selflovejourney #womenscoach #EmbraceYourJourney #grieftips