When I first came up with the idea for Teenage Grief Sucks, I was 14 years old. I had just lost my dad, and unbeknownst to me, I was months away from losing my bonus mom as well. Most of the kids my age hadn’t experienced the loss of a parent (let alone two!), and even though there was helpful advice online from adults and professionals, what I really needed was guidance from someone around my age who truly understood what I was going through. So, I created the resource that I needed.
Now, I’m in my early twenties! I’ve made it through teenage grief, and now I’m navigating young adult grief. (Yay.) I’ve been writing about my grief for more than half a decade, and I want to know – what do you want to know?
I want to create a space where you feel comfortable asking any questions you have or suggesting topics for discussion. That’s what this article is all about! Use the comments section to ask me anything, anytime. I’ll respond to your questions, use your topic ideas to inspire future articles, and share as much (or as little – depending on the topic!) as I’m comfortable with.
So, go ahead – ask away!
I just wanted to say thank you for creating this website. I’m fourteen now, almost 15, and I’m dealing with the loss of my dad from terminal cancer. I have found no other website like this one. I’ve read a few of your other posts and they helped me a lot. It makes it a little bit easier to get through this knowing that I’m not alone. I hope you’re doing well now and thank you, once again <3