After the Song Goes Silent: Rebuilding Connections
- Henry-Cameron Allen
- May 21, 2024
- 4 min read
May 21, 2024
Henry-Cameron Allen, CTAA, IHTCP
Papa Peregrine, LTC Founder
The world we knew, and even the selves we once were, have been shattered by the unexpected, shocking metamorphosis that immediately followed the passing of our child. Familiar connections, not just with friends but also with family and colleagues, might feel strained, or some people may vanish from our lives altogether, leaving us feeling abandoned, confused, disappointed, and perhaps angry. We are changed, vulnerable, and unsure of the turbulent emotional landscape we find. This vulnerability can lead to a range of emotions like sadness, anger, guilt, or numbness. We must allow ourselves to fully feel and process them all. The grief journey is a personal one, a winding path with no set course. Some days may feel like a freefall, while others offer brief periods of calm. There is no right or wrong way to navigate this new reality.

Beautiful insights and writing. Now I understand the peregrine analogy.