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Sarah Colon

did i totally mess up by hitting my cousin-in-law after his awful joke about my girlfriend?

So, I’m in a pretty rough spot right now. My girlfriend passed away a few months ago, and it’s been really hard. At a family get-together, my cousin-in-law decided to make a really cruel joke about her death. I lost it and punched him. Now my whole family is upset with me and saying I went too far. I know violence isn’t the answer, but I just couldn’t take someone making fun of her like that. I’m torn between apologizing to keep the peace or standing up for myself and her memory. I don’t want to make things worse, but I also feel like I shouldn’t have to let that slide. Has anyone else been in a situation like this? Should I swallow my pride and say sorry, or is it better to stand my ground? #familydrama #grief #needadvice #boundaries #RomanticRelationships

did i totally mess up by hitting my cousin-in-law after his awful joke about my girlfriend?
Michael Marquez

Struggling to hold my family together​

I'm 25, married for two years, with a 6-year-old daughter who’s my world. I work in a dangerous job, earning well to support my wife’s dreams. Recently, my best friend died at work due to a coworker’s mistake. I had to break the news to his girlfriend and have been helping her. To cope, I’ve been going to the gym excessively, avoiding home. Last night, my wife confronted me about my absences. When our daughter interrupted, revealing she’d had an accident, my wife calmly but firmly said I need to “get it together.” She took our daughter, leaving me devastated. I’m struggling to process my grief while fearing I’m losing my family. I don’t know how to handle this. #Grief #FamilyStruggles #SupportNeeded #EmotionalOverload #Loss

Struggling to hold my family together​
Barbara Harris

how do you move on when your heart's still in the past?

It’s been three years since my husband passed away. For a long time, I couldn’t even think about being with anyone else. But recently, I started dating again. I met someone new—he’s sweet, attentive, and we’ve had some great dates. I enjoy his company, but we haven’t crossed any boundaries yet. Last night, I had a dream about my late husband. He was in the kitchen, cooking, and telling me I needed to take care of myself. When I woke up, I couldn’t stop crying. I felt so guilty—how could I be with someone else when I still love him so much? Today, the guy I’m dating reached out to make plans again, and I’m feeling conflicted. I don’t know if I’m ready, or if I’m betraying my husband’s memory. It’s been a journey to get this far, and now, I’m just trying to figure out what comes next. #Grief #MovingForward #LoveAndLoss

how do you move on when your heart's still in the past?
Lisa Smith MD

My Grandmother’s Message in My Dream: “We Just Keep Searching”

A week ago, I had a vivid dream about my grandmother, who passed away from brain cancer on January 11th. It felt so real—walking into my family’s living room, there she was, sitting in her favorite chair, glowing with health and warmth. She looked like she did 15 years ago, wearing that outfit I remembered so well. When I asked her, “What’s it like?” referring to life after death, she paused, sighed, and said, “We just keep searching.” Her tone was calm, almost resigned, but her smile held a mix of emotions. She added, “You have to follow your loved ones and watch over them,” and mentioned she was visiting family in West Virginia before fading away. The peace I felt in that dream was indescribable, though bittersweet. Now, I’m left wondering: what does “we just keep searching” mean? Is it about the afterlife, personal growth, or something else entirely? Have you ever had a dream that left you with lingering questions? Share your thoughts—I’d love to hear your interpretations! #Spiritual #Dreams #Loss #Grief #Family #LifeAfterDeath

My Grandmother’s Message in My Dream: “We Just Keep Searching”