Grieving the Old You

In this episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I open up about something that doesn’t get talked about enough, grieving the person I used to be. After losing my husband Eric, I changed in ways I didn’t expect. Motherhood felt different. Love felt different. And somewhere along the way, I realized I was mourning the old me , the woman who was softer, more affectionate, and full of life before grief reshaped her. I talk about what it feels like to let go of versions of yourself you never planned to lose ,the healthy you, the happy you, the one who didn’t carry so much. Healing has taught me that sometimes grief isn’t just about who or what we’ve lost, but about who we used to be. This episode is a space for anyone learning to accept their new self, to extend grace through the growing pains, and to find peace in transformation. Because sometimes, grieving the old you is the first step to meeting the new you