The Mourning Words

“Mourning is a process that we all must go through at some point in our lives. It’s the process of grieving, of coming to terms with the loss of someone or something that was once so integral to our lives.

And yet, despite how universal this experience is, it’s something that we often struggle to talk about. We shy away from the pain, from the rawness of it all, and instead try to push through, to soldier on as if everything is fine.

But in doing so, we deny ourselves the opportunity to truly process our grief, to acknowledge the full weight of our loss, and to move forward with a sense of healing and closure.

Mourning is not easy, nor is it something that can be rushed. It’s a process that unfolds over time, as we slowly come to terms with the reality of what we’ve lost and begin to find new ways of living and coping.

And yet, despite the pain and difficulty of it all, there’s a certain beauty in the process of mourning. It’s a reminder of just how much we cared, of how deeply we loved, and of how much the person or thing we lost really meant to us.

Mourning is not just about sadness and loss, but about celebration and remembrance as well. It is about honoring the memory of what we’ve lost, cherishing the moments we had, and finding comfort in the knowledge that the love and connection we shared will never truly fade away.

So let us not shy away from our grief, but embrace it as a natural and necessary part of the human experience. Let us take the time to mourn, to feel the depth of our emotions, and to emerge stronger, more compassionate, and more resilient in the end.”

Miguel Santiago