A close-up, warm-toned image of a caregiver’s hand gently resting over an elderly person’s shoulder, symbolizing compassionate presence and support.

Preparatory grief is fluid - sadness with moments of connection. Depression is static fog - worthlessness that isolates. One is natural. One is treatable. Death doulas distinguish between them.

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I just watched this little man limp out of the lounge room to his fave spot on the bed. He’ll be 17 in 4 weeks. He’s healthy right now, albeit a little arthritic with a heart murmur.

When he dies, I don’t know how I will survive. I love him so much. He’s part of my 💙 heart now #preparatorygrief