“I deserve all that is good.” — Louise Hay
Grieving parents often struggle to accept kindness and joy. The weight of loss can make any happiness feel undeserved. Many parents wrestle with guilt that shadows even moments of peace. Grief can convince the heart that suffering must continue without relief. The truth, however, remains: every person deserves goodness. Every grieving parent deserves compassion, rest, and healing. The path through sorrow includes permission to receive love. Accepting goodness does not diminish the memory of a lost child. Receiving kindness honors the depth of love held inside.
Pain often isolates the grieving heart. The belief that joy is selfish can grow quietly. The absence of a child creates an ache that feels impossible to soothe. Loving oneself during grief feels like an uphill climb. But self-compassion is a necessary part of healing. Giving yourself permission to embrace goodness does not erase sorrow. The gentle kindness you deserve can become a foundation for strength. Compassion toward your own heart can bring moments of light. The world offers many small gifts meant for everyone, including you.
Healing unfolds unevenly and often feels fragile. The journey toward accepting goodness is neither quick nor easy. Grief does not have a timetable or a formula. Patience becomes an act of love toward yourself. Even in deep sadness, small acts of self-care build resilience. Saying, “I deserve goodness,” plants a seed of hope. Over time, that seed can grow into acceptance and peace. Every grieving parent deserves the chance to heal at their own pace. No one walks this path perfectly, but everyone can find moments of grace.
Thought for today: Speak gently to your heart. Remember that you deserve kindness, rest, and all that is good.