Never keep these 4 relics after losing a loved one
Letting Go After Loss: Healing Through Release
Grief and Belongings
After losing a loved one, we often hold on to their things for comfort. But not all items help us heal. “It’s only human to hold on, but the truth is that not every belonging of the deceased provides comfort.”
Painful Reminders & Unfinished Projects
Objects like medical supplies or incomplete hobbies can trigger sorrow. “They can be reminders of the painful moments of the life of the person we lost.” Donating or repurposing these items can bring peace and purpose.
Clothing and Personal Items
Clothes or personal treasures may feel comforting but also keep us stuck in grief. “Keeping one or two relics to remember the deceased is perfectly fine, but hoarding their belongings can lead to overwhelming psychological distress.”
Healing and Moving Forward
Letting go doesn’t erase love. “We shouldn’t forget that the most precious gifts from those we lose are the moments and love we carry forward.”
