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How to Sit With Grief When You Don’t Know What to Say—Even to Yourself
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Today's Scripture: Romans 12:15
**Today's devotional is in response to listener requests.**
In this episode, Dr. Alison Cook reflects on the holy work of mourning with those who mourn. She explores why grief often needs presence more than advice, and how attunement, co-regulation, and the way of Jesus help us sit with sorrow without rushing to fix it. We explore:
*Why grief can feel so isolating
*What it means to offer attuned presence instead of advice, fixing, or forced comfort
*Why co-regulation helps a grieving person feel less alone
*How Jesus responds to grief
*How to sit with the grieving parts of your own soul with tenderness and love
Go Deeper:
Episode 133: Navigating the 6 Stages of Grief with David Kessler
Episode 98: Why Your Grief Matters and How to Support Those Who Are Grieving with Chaplain JS Park
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