A new year can feel bittersweet when you’re coping with an absent father or grieving a loved one. Social media may push a ‘new year, new me’ message, but you don’t have to erase your past or set grand resolutions. This blog explores how to acknowledge pain without leaving precious memories behind - because healing doesn’t follow a calendar date, and simply honouring your feelings is enough.

Grief is complex, and feeling relief after someone dies - whether due to the end of their suffering or the closure of a difficult relationship - is a natural and valid response. This blog explores why relief is a common part of grief, including when dealing with the death of an absent father, and offers guidance on navigating these emotions with compassion.