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Grief is one of the most universal—and most personal—experiences we will ever face. Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, there is no right or wrong way to grieve. These trusted books, videos, podcasts, and organizations offer compassionate guidance, practical wisdom, and hope as you learn to carry your grief while continuing to live with love.
As you explore these resources, remember that grief is not a problem to solve or a timeline to complete. It is a reflection of love. Take what speaks to your heart, return whenever you need to, and trust that healing is not about leaving your loved one behind—it's about learning to carry both your grief and your love forward. You do not have to walk this journey alone.
"Grief is simply love with nowhere to go." - Jamie Anderson
"The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not get over the loss of a loved one, you will learn to live with it." - David Kessler
"What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us" - Helen Keller
📚 Websites
David Kessler
https://grief.com
One of the world's leading grief educators, David Kessler offers articles, videos, online courses, and practical guidance rooted in compassion and the belief that love never ends.
Highlights:
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The Six Needs of Mourning
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The Five Stages of Grief
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Finding Meaning
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Love Never Ends
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Ask David videos
What's Your Grief
https://whatsyourgrief.com
Excellent articles on:
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grief myths
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coping strategies
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journaling
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holidays
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complicated grief
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self-care
Center for Loss & Life Transition
https://centerforloss.com
Dr. Alan Wolfelt's organization emphasizes companioning rather than fixing grief.
Wonderful resources on:
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mourning
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children
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holidays
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funerals
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remembrance
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grief education
Modern Loss
https://modernloss.com
A refreshingly honest website featuring
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essays
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humor
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podcasts
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practical advice
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community stories
Perfect for younger adults and anyone looking for relatable voices.
🎥 Videos
David Kessler YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@DavidKesslerTraining
Highly recommended videos:
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The Five Stages of Grief
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Finding Meaning
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Love Never Ends
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The Best & Worst Things to Say to Someone in Grief
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Grief During the Holidays
Anderson Cooper & David Kessler
CNN: All There Is
https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/all-there-is-with-anderson-cooper
One of the finest grief podcasts ever produced.
After losing both parents, Anderson Cooper explores grief with remarkable honesty alongside conversations with David Kessler and guests including:
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Stephen Colbert
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Tyler Perry
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Laurie Anderson
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Ashley Judd
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Molly Shannon
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Andrew Garfield
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many others
TED Talk
Nora McInerny
We Don't "Move On" From Grief. We Move Forward With It.
https://www.ted.com/talks/nora_mcinerny_we_don_t_move_on_from_grief_we_move_forward_with_it
Funny.
Honest.
Beautiful.
One of the most shared talks on grief.
🎙️ Podcasts
All There Is
Hosted by Anderson Cooper
Probably my highest recommendation.
Unlocking Us with Brené Brown
Search for episodes featuring:
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David Kessler
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grief
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vulnerability
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loss
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resilience
Excellent conversations that normalize grief.
Grief Out Loud
Hosted by The Dougy Center
Topics include
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child loss
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sibling grief
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parenting while grieving
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traumatic loss
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young adults
Terrible, Thanks for Asking
Hosted by Nora McInerny
Raw.
Funny.
Authentic.
A wonderful reminder that grief and joy often exist together.
📖 Books
David Kessler
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Finding Meaning
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Finding Meaning Workbook
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The Needs of the Dying
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On Grief and Grieving (with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross)
Megan Devine
It's OK That You're Not OK
Perhaps the best modern book explaining why grief isn't something to "fix."
Dr. Alan Wolfelt
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Companioning the Bereaved
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Understanding Your Grief
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Healing Your Grieving Heart series
C.S. Lewis
A Grief Observed
A timeless reflection on profound loss and faith.
Joanne Cacciatore
Bearing the Unbearable
Beautiful, compassionate writing on grief after devastating loss.
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