When I least expect it

Grief comes upon us like waves. At least that's what I tell my clients. And here I sit feeling the waves coming over me now. Two years ago, I experienced a lot of loss. Family members passing, a friendship ending, and just plain growing older. I had just turned 40 and wondering if the 2nd half of my life would be filled w/good-byes. The upside to this is that I use it to connect to clients who are experiencing loss in their own lives. And I can teach others the stages of grief and loss with some examples. All n all, it has made me a better therapist. Even if it doesn't feel good sometimes.