Bittersweet Birthdays

EPISODE · Oct 8, 2025 · 22 MIN

Bittersweet Birthdays

from Grief City · host Newella

Ever feel like skipping your birthday because, after loss, it just doesn’t feel worth celebrating?Yeah... I’ve been there too.When my dad passed away in 2021, my birthday came less than a month later—and it was one of the hardest days I’ve ever faced. Since then, birthdays have carried a bittersweet weight.Today, as I turn 33, I want to share a few thoughts from the heart. This episode is for anyone who’s navigating a birthday through the fog of grief. Let’s acknowledge the pain, but also make space for love, care, and the quiet reminder that being alive—despite it all—is still a gift.You shouldn't have to navigate grief alone, let's stay connected:🎶 Listen to my music (Griefy Pop for your heavy heart):https://open.spotify.com/track/6KojoR...📱 Follow along on Instagram:  / newellamusic  📱 Follow along on TikTok:  / newellamusic  

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