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By Coach Uddy

03 Jun

Forever Grieving: Why Some People Never Heal

Grief is one of the deepest and most disorienting wounds the human heart can endure. It dismantles our sense of normalcy, reshapes our identity, and forces us to reimagine a life without the presence of those we once held dear. For many Nigerians, grieving is both a private storm and…

By Coach Uddy

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29 May

Mental Health Consequences of Unresolved Grief

In Nigeria, grief is a deeply misunderstood experience. We often hear well-meaning but dismissive phrases like “Be strong,” “Don’t cry too much,” or “God gives and God takes.” These words, while wrapped in religious or cultural wisdom, often silence the raw emotional pain that mourners genuinely feel. The result is…

By Coach Uddy

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24 May

Does Religion Help or Hinder the Grieving Process?

Grief is not just emotional it’s spiritual. It shakes everything we once held dear. It redefines our relationships, our purpose, and often, our beliefs. When I lost my husband just 18 months into our marriage, I clung desperately to my faith. When my sister passed away, I cried out to…

By Coach Uddy

165

20 May

The Unhealthy Nigerian Culture of Silence Around Grief

In many Nigerian cultures, grief is a performance. Cultural expectations police it: We are expected to grieve in silence, rush through our pain, and present a façade of strength, even when we are breaking inside. The volume of your wails, the length of mourning, and even your clothing are monitored…

By Coach Uddy

165

20 May

The Unhealthy Nigerian Culture of Silence Around Grief

By Coach Uddy

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26 Apr

Poverty: The Invisible Grief No One Talks About

Poverty is a silent thief—it steals opportunities, crushes aspirations, and forces people to live in survival mode, where grief becomes an everyday reality. Yet, unlike the loss of a person, the grief of poverty is often invalidated. Society expects the poor to simply “work harder,” ignoring the deep emotional and…

By Coach Uddy

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22 Apr

What To Do When Grief Strains Your Relationships

Grief has a way of altering everything—your emotions, priorities, and even your relationships. Whether you’ve lost a spouse, a sibling, a parent, or a close friend, the impact of loss can strain your marriage, friendships and other relationships in ways you never imagined. Grief does not only change you—it exposes…

By Coach Uddy

398

13 Dec

Dating Again After Losing a Spouse (I): Dealing with the Guilt of Moving Forward as a Widow

Losing a spouse is one of the most life-altering experiences and for many widows, the idea of ever dating again seems impossible at first. For years after my husband’s passing, I wrestled with loneliness and pain, clinging to the memory of the life we built together. When, over time, I…

By Coach Uddy

402

13 Dec

Compassion for Grievers Should Be Part of Our Collective Happiness

The holiday season is often heralded as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for those grieving the loss of a loved one, these festivities can feel like an emotional battlefield rather than a source of comfort. This reality is particularly pronounced in African and African-American societies, where “family…

By Coach Uddy

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13 Dec

Grief and Its Impact on Life: Navigating the Unseen Wounds

Grief can be not just a storm, but an emotional rollercoaster that leads to a profound transformation that reshapes every aspect of life. It seeps into every cell of our being, altering the way we think, feel, and function. It is unpredictable and does not follow a linear path, often…

Forever Grieving: Why Some People Never Heal

Mental Health Consequences of Unresolved Grief

Does Religion Help or Hinder the Grieving Process?

The Unhealthy Nigerian Culture of Silence Around Grief

The Unhealthy Nigerian Culture of Silence Around Grief

Poverty: The Invisible Grief No One Talks About

What To Do When Grief Strains Your Relationships

Dating Again After Losing a Spouse (I): Dealing with the Guilt of Moving Forward as a Widow

Compassion for Grievers Should Be Part of Our Collective Happiness

Grief and Its Impact on Life: Navigating the Unseen Wounds

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