Quotes by Megan Devine

“ Every loss is valid. And every loss is not the same. You can't flatten the landscape of grief and say that everything is equal. It isn't. “

-Megan Devine-

Every loss is valid. And every loss is not the same. You can't flatten the landscape of grief and say that everything is equal. It isn't.

True comfort in grief is in acknowledging the pain, not in trying to make it go away. Companionship, not correction, is the way forward.

When you try to take someone's pain away from them, you don't make it better. You just tell them it's not ok to talk about their pain.

Some things cannot be fixed. They can only be carried.

Introducing Megan Devine

Megan Devine is a psychotherapist, grief advocate, and best-selling author renowned for her empathetic approach to grief and loss. She holds a master's degree in counseling psychology and has been a clinical mental health therapist for over 15 years.

In 2009, Megan's personal experience with grief began when she witnessed the accidental drowning of her partner, Matt. This profound loss reshaped her understanding of grief and inspired her to create a more compassionate framework for supporting those in mourning.

She is the author of "It's OK That You're Not OK: Meeting Grief & Loss in a Culture That Doesn't Understand," a book that challenges conventional narratives around grief and offers guidance for those navigating loss.

Megan founded Refuge in Grief, an online community that provides resources and support for grieving individuals. Through this platform, she offers courses, including the "Writing Your Grief" workshop, and hosts the podcast "It's OK that You're Not OK," where she engages in candid conversations about grief and healing.

Her animated video, "How to Help a Grieving Friend," has been viewed over 28 million times and is used in trainings worldwide, reflecting her impact on changing how society approaches grief support.

Megan's work has been featured in various media outlets, including The New York Times, NPR, and The Guardian, highlighting her role in transforming cultural conversations about grief and offering a compassionate perspective for those experiencing loss.