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Over the course of 10 years in my Psychology Today writing, I have explored various topics within my own life’s journey. One of the most profound topics for my readers and me has been loss, grief, and surviving our souls’ traumas to ultimately embrace joy with gratitude once again.

After my best friend and sister-in-law Marilyn’s death, I examine such loss in my two Psychology Today posts: “Grief: From Darkness to Light" and “We Actually Can Survive Incredible Loss.” As I explore my personal heartache, I share my daily ritual of saying "Good morning" to Marilyn as my computer wakes to the screen saver. On display is the picture of........

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