Following the loss of her father, a woman understandably required some time off from work to grieve. However, when she extended her absence by one additional day after a two-week break, her…
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My Son Left For 13 Weeks Of Basic Training & The Depth Of My Grief Surprised Me
Roughly three weeks ago, my only son, my youngest child, shipped out for boot camp to become a Marine. I consider myself a “tough cookie”, a strong woman, driven, capable, and prepared for…
My Dad Died By Suicide: The True Story Of How I Survived
Experiencing the suicide of a parent is one of the most difficult things I have ever endured. There are so many unanswered questions that haunt you if you let them. Grief is…
Our Birth Order Dynamics Changed When My Sibling Died
I was nineteen when my brother, Warren, died in a single-car accident. He was eighteen at the time, our ‘baby of the family’ and we all loved him very much. His memorial…
Grieving Dad Asks If There’s Something Wrong With Him Because He’s Only Cried Once Since His Wife’s Death
In times of emotional difficulty, we can often be our own worst critic, holding ourselves to impossible standards. After suffering a sudden loss, one man asked the subreddit r/AmIWrong if he was…
Woman Feels ‘Extremely Jealous’ Of Her Successful Boyfriend — ‘I Wish I Made Better Decisions & Didn’t Ruin My Life’
Sometimes, life hits you when you least expect it. You could be following a certain path, and something out of your control steers you off track, leaving you with no choice but…
Lizzo Is ‘So Heartbroken’ After Her Dog Pooka Passes Despite Using The Pup’s Last Moments To Promote Her Clothing Brand
Losing a pet is one of the most mournful experiences a person goes through in their life. Our pets are more than animals who live in our homes; they’re our family, our…
Teenager Asks If She’s Wrong For Not Wanting To Share Birthday With Her Twin Anymore — ‘He’s Not Here And I Am’
It’s tragic when a mother loses a child. Although it’s sad and hard to go through the pain, when other children are involved, life has to go on. For a 17-year-old girl…
Every Day A Woman Leaves Food On The Porch For Her Grieving Sister Who Lost Her Military Husband & Won’t Leave The House
Members of the military make sacrifices every day. Sometimes less visible but no less appreciated are the sacrifices made by their families. In these cases, it’s important to have a good support…
To Anyone Who’s Been Laid Off, I Know How You Feel
By Fairley Lloyd Earlier this year, I was unexpectedly laid off along with a percentage of the company. Although it’s been a few months, I’m still struggling to find work, which fills…