Let’s Talk Valentine’s Day. Every store decked with rows and rows of candies and hearts and joy, a constant reminder of what everyone’s holiday should look like. Holidays like these remind grievers everywhere that society doesn’t make space for their reality, leaving them feeling more disconnected, isolated, and alone, exacerbated by the holiday itself.
Death, Divorce, Separation, Abuse. There are so many reasons to grieve during Valentine’s Day, and yet, society doesn’t make space for it.
If you are grieving and Valentine’s Day is triggering for you. Please know:
You matter
You are not alone
Take a deep breath
Being surrounded by reminders of what “should” be doesn’t make your reality less valid
Do something kind for yourself today
Written Hugs Designs has cards designed with the hard stuff in mind.
Valentine’s Day is Complicated Collection
Valentine’s Sympathy Card: Grieving the Death of the Love of your Life
