Last updated on August 13, 2023 by Roger Kaufman
68 grief sayings: grief quotes and expressions that provide comfort and awaken hope - Grief is a universal part of the human experience, an emotion that touches us all in one way or another.
While we all find our individual ways of dealing with loss, words can often provide some comfort.
They help us to articulate our feelings, they allow us to express the unspeakable and share the pain that is often too great to bear alone.
In this blog post I have a collection of 68 Quotes and sayings about mourning that ranges from the poetic and philosophical to the heartbreaking and comforting.
This Words can give hope in times bring despair and remind us that we are not alone.
Loss and finding again: 10 profound grief quotes about death, grief and memory
“Separation is fine Tod to name, because who knows where we are going.” - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Those we love can never leave us because they live in our hearts.” - Unknown
Death is the gate to light at the end of a path that has become arduous.” - Francis of Assisi
“What you have deep in your heart, you cannot get through it Lose death.” - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“Dying is not the end. It’s just a transcendence into another world.” - Christian Friedrich Hebble
“Where words fehlen“Describing the indescribable is the greatest insight.” – Khalil Gibran
“There are no words for the pain you feel when you lose someone you love.” – Unknown
“Tears are often the silent language of pain.” - Marlene Dietrich
“Grief is a bridge between loss and healing.” - Unknown
“You live twice: the first time in reality, the second time in memory.” – Honore de Balzac
Memory and love: 10 touching grief sayings
“You can also build beautiful things from stones that are placed in the path.” - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“Stars are the forget-me-nots of angels.” - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
“Grief is the price we pay for of Love pay." – Elizabeth II
“In the heart remains forever of Love and memory.” - Unknown
Grief is the bridge to of Love, through which the heart comes to rest.” – Khalil Gibran
“The most beautiful monument ever Man can get, is in the hearts of his fellow human beings.” - Albert Schweitzer
“Whenever we talk about you, rays of sunshine fall into our souls.” - Unknown
“And there are always traces of your life, images, moments and feelings that remind us of you.” - Unknown
“We have to accept the inevitable Letting go of the past and welcome the future.” - George Bernard Shaw
“He who lives in the memory of his loved ones is not dead, he is just far away; Only those who are forgotten are dead.” - Immanuel Kant
About love, sadness and immortality: 10 profound quotes that illuminate the nature of farewell
“Live so that when others think of you, they smile.” - Unknown
“Saying farewell always means a bit of death.” - Erich Maria Remarque
"Love is stronger than death and the Anxiety before death. It makes you completely forget.” - Unknown
"Tears clean the heart." – Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoyevsky
“Death is the beginning of immortality.” – Maximilien de Robespierre
“Death is a rest from the toil of life.” – Plato
“Tears are the best of friends because they come when others leave.” - Unknown
“Grief never ends, it becomes a part of us.” - Unknown
“We must accept death as a part of life, including the joys and beauties it gives us.” - Elisabeth kübler-ross
“In the darkness of grief, the stars of memory shine.” - Unknown
Life, love and farewell: 10 moving sayings that provide comfort in times of grief
“The eye weeps and the heart mourns, but the soul is immortal.” - Unknown
“It is hard to lose a loved one, but it is comforting to know that we will see each other again.” - Unknown
“In every farewell there is a birth in the memory.” – Mario Quintana
“Even though we are apart, we are still connected.” –Cicely Tyson
“Those we loved and lost are no longer where they were, but they are still everywhere we are.” – Leo Buscaglia
“The love we once felt will always be a part of us.” - Unknown
“The only thing stronger than death is the love that survives it.” – C.S. Lewis
"Life is like a book. Every day we turn a page. Sometimes we laugh, sometimes we cry. And sometimes we have to turn a page that we will never forget.” - Unknown
“Every farewell is a form of death, every return is a kind Rebirth.” - Arthur Schopenhauer
“There is no end. There is no beginning. There is only the infinite passion of life.” Federico Fellini
Comfort put into words: 10 profound quotes about grief, love and immortality
“Grief makes us love deeper.” - Friedrich Nietzsche
"Our dead are not absent, only invisible." – Augustine Aurelius
“Grief teaches us to appreciate more deeply, to love more intensely and to understand the meaning of eternity.” - Unknown
“When you go through a storm, don't slow down. Keep going. If you're afraid, move on. If you feel pain, move on. Just look at the storm and move on. Keep going.” - Winston Churchill
“Love is immortal; and death is just a horizon. And a horizon is nothing other than the limit of our vision.” – Rossiter W. Raymond
“Love is stronger than death and the fear of death. Only through it, through love, can we truly live.” - Unknown
“Death can separate us from the person we love, but it cannot take away what unites us.” – JD Salinger
“It is not the length of life, but the depth of life.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Death does not mean no longer being, but rather being different.” – Romano Guardini
“Grief is a process in which you cry not for your past life, but for this futurethat cannot be lived.” - Unknown
Love, loss and hope: 10 moving quotes and sayings for coping with grief
“Dying means returning home from a foreign country.” – Master Eckhart
“We are lonely in grief, but we are not alone in our loneliness.” - Thomas Mann
“Love never ends, even if that Heart heavy is of sadness.” - Unknown
“A person’s most precious legacy is the mark his love has left on our hearts.” – Irmgard Erath
“It is good to shed tears. you are the Rain on the dusty windows of our souls.” - Unknown
“Every tear is a silent messenger of love and longing.” - Unknown
“Memories are like stars in the night. They sparkle brightly in the darkest of times.” - Unknown
“When you lose a loved one, you gain an angel to protect you.” - Unknown
“You live on in our hearts even when you are gone.” - Unknown
“It's not the end. It’s more like waiting on the other side of the path.” - Unknown
Memory, love and letting go: 8 profound quotes and sayings about grief and loss
“Memory is a window through which I can see you whenever I want.” - Unknown
“Love always remains, even if we can no longer see each other.” - Unknown
“Death is just the transition to a new form of life.” – Socrates
“When the sun of life sets, the stars of memory shine.” - Unknown
“There is a time for everything in life A time of joy, silence, sadness and a time of gratitude Memory." - Unknown
“Separation is probably called death, because who knows where we are going.” - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“Those we love can never leave us because they live on in our hearts.” - Unknown
Death is the gate to light at the end of a path that has become arduous.” - Francis of Assisi
End-of-life conversations: Understanding what happens when you die
Elisabeth Kübler-Ross was a Swiss-American psychiatrist and author known for her groundbreaking work on the study of death and the dying process. She was born on July 8, 1926 in Switzerland and died on August 24, 2004 in the USA.
Kübler-Ross' probably The best-known work is her book published in 1969 “On Death and Dying,” in which she introduces the five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance). These stages were originally developed to describe the emotional process of the dying, but are also commonly used to describe any type of personal loss or change to explain.
Interestingly, Kübler-Ross' theory was not always received positively. Some critics complained that the “five steps” were too rigid and did not apply to everyone. Kübler-Ross himself emphasized that the stages are not linear and not every person has to go through all the stages.
Despite criticism, Kübler-Ross' work remains a cornerstone in the discussion about death, dying and mourning. Her books have helped to break down the taboo surrounding death and have raised awareness of the needs of the dying.
In addition to her work with the dying, Kübler-Ross founded several healing and hospice centers in the USA and campaigned for humane end-of-life care. She was a passionate advocate of the hospice movement and helped move dying from the anonymity of hospitals into domesticity and thus into the circle of family and friends relocate.
Elisabeth Kübler-Ross was a courageous woman who did not shy away from addressing difficult and uncomfortable topics. It has profoundly influenced our understanding of grief and loss and shown us that dying is an integral part of life and should be embraced and respected as such.
FAQ on grief and letting go
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What does it mean to mourn?
Grieving is a natural and necessary process that occurs when we experience loss, especially the death of a loved one. It includes a variety of feelings such as sadness, anger, confusion, fear and sometimes even relief or peace.
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Is there a “right” way to grieve?
No, there is no “right” or “wrong” way to grieve. Each person has their own way of dealing with loss, and what works for one may not necessarily work for another.
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What are the stages of grief?
Psychoanalyst Elisabeth Kübler-Ross identified five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. However, it is important to note that not everyone goes through all of these stages and not necessarily in that order.
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How long does grief last?
There is no set amount of time for grief. Some people may feel better after a few months, while others may grieve for years or even the rest of their lives. Each grieving process is unique and should proceed at its own pace.
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What does it mean to let go?
Let go does not mean forgetting the person or what we have lost. It means acknowledging the pain and sadness and allowing ourselves to move forward. It means we can accept our loss and still live a full and happy life.
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How can I support someone who is grieving?
The most important thing you can do to support someone who is grieving is to simply be there. Offer a listening ear and your company. Respect the way the person grieves and don't try to rush it or minimize their pain.
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Should I seek professional help if I'm grieving?
If your feelings of grief are overwhelming or you notice signs of depression, it may be helpful to seek professional help. A therapist or counselor can offer strategies to navigate the grieving process and help you find ways to move forward.
Is there anything else I should know about grief?
- Your grief is individual: Remember that everyone grieves in their own way and at their own pace. There is no right or wrong". Some cry openly, others mourn in silence. Both ways are completely normal and healthy. Your grief is as unique as you are, and it is important that you allow your heart to grieve in its own way.
- The stages of grief: You may have heard of the five stages of grief identified by psychoanalyst Elisabeth Kübler-Ross: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. While these stages can provide helpful guidance, it is important to understand that not everyone goes through all of these stages, and not necessarily in this order. You can be in several stages at the same time or skip some stages.
- Physical symptoms of Mourning: Grief can present itself in many different ways, including physical symptoms. You may have trouble sleeping, experience a loss of appetite, or feel constantly tired and exhausted. It's important that you acknowledge such symptoms as part of your grieving process and not force yourself to "get over them."
- Looking for support: Although grief is a very personal experience, getting support from friends, family, or professional counselors can be incredibly helpful. Sometimes it can be comforting to talk to others who have experienced similar losses. You are not alone in your grief, and it is okay to ask for help.
- There is no set time for mourning: Society can sometimes give the impression that grief should be “over” after a certain amount of time. But the truth is that the grieving process lasts as long as you need it to. It's not a race against time, and you don't have to rush to get “back to normal.”
- Take care of yourself: In times of grief it is important to focus on your physical and emotional needs to pay attention. This includes a healthy diet, enough exercise and good sleep. You may also find that techniques such as meditation or breathing exercises are helpful. It can be tempting to get lost in grief, but it's important to also pay attention to your own well-being.
- Seek professional help if necessary: If you find that your grief is completely overwhelming you, or if you notice signs of deep depression or suicidal thoughts, please seek professional help. There are many resources and people willing and able to provide support.
No matter how dark it seems, remember that you are not alone. It's okay to ask for help, and there are many people and resources available to help you through this hard time to help through.
