“I expected grief to move through neat stages, but it came in waves instead. Some knock me down, some barely touch my feet, and I am slowly learning to find my footing with each one.”
Author Archives: Shini Nair
“Karma and Grief: The Journey Towards Acceptance”
“A mother’s reflection on how losing her only child shattered a lifelong understanding of karma — and how the slow, uncertain search for a deeper meaning became less about finding an answer and more about learning to keep going without one.”
“Navigating Loss Through Festivals: Making Room for Love, Memories, Grief and Joy”
“A grieving mother reflects on learning to face India’s festival season after losing her son — moving from avoidance to small, personal rituals that make space for both grief and celebration.”