The Complicated Weight of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving carries a unique burden for those of us grieving the suicide of a loved one. Unlike other holidays, this day comes with a built-in expectation, that you should feel grateful and express thankfulness. The very name of the holiday can feel like a demand you’re incapable of meeting. How are you supposed to be thankful when your heart is shattered? How do you sit at a table celebrating abundance when the most important person is missing? How do you say Happy Thanksgiving when you are not sure you are thankful for anything? The disconnect between what the holiday asks of you and what you’re actually feeling can make Thanksgiving one of the most emotionally complicated days of the year.
The pressure isn’t just internal. Family members and friends, often with the best intentions, may encourage you to focus on what you still have, to count your blessings, or to remember that “they would want you to be happy.” These well-meaning attempts to help can instead feel dismissive of the magnitude of your loss. Your emotions are likely in a completely different place than gratitude, and that’s not just okay, it’s completely understandable. You’re navigating profound grief, complex feelings about how your person died, and the raw pain of their absence. Being asked to set all that aside to perform thankfulness can feel impossible and even cruel.
Why Thanksgiving Is Different From Other Holidays
While all holidays present challenges after suicide loss, Thanksgiving brings its own unique complications. Unlike Christmas or Halloween where you can potentially opt out or scale back your participation, Thanksgiving is often seen as non-negotiable, the family gathering holiday. The expectation to attend, to share a meal, to participate in traditions runs deep in many families. This makes it harder to decline invitations or create distance without facing questions, guilt, or family tension.
The format of Thanksgiving itself can intensify grief in ways other holidays don’t. Many families have a tradition of going around the table expressing what they’re grateful for. This ritual, meant to be meaningful and connecting, can feel like walking through a minefield for suicide loss survivors. Do you mention your loved one? Do you pretend everything is fine? Do you risk breaking down in front of everyone? The anticipation of this moment alone can create days of anxiety leading up to the holiday.
Travel often plays a central role in Thanksgiving in ways that differ from other holidays. Families may expect you to travel distances you’re not ready to handle, stay in homes where your grief has no private space to exist, or navigate airports and highways during one of the busiest travel periods of the year when you’re already emotionally depleted. The logistics of Thanksgiving travel combined with the emotional weight can feel overwhelming before you even sit down at the table.
The Empty Chair and Missing Roles
The absence at Thanksgiving is painfully tangible. Your loved one isn’t just missing from a celebration, they’re missing from the meal itself, from the table, from the traditions that have defined this day for years or even decades. That empty chair, whether physically present or painfully noticeable in its absence, becomes the elephant in the room that some will acknowledge and others will desperately try to ignore.
Family members often had specific roles in Thanksgiving celebrations. Perhaps your father carved the turkey every year, bringing his own flourish and commentary to the tradition. Maybe your spouse coordinated all the dishes, managed the timing, and made sure everything came together perfectly. Your child might have been the one who set the table, made the place cards, or led everyone in what they were thankful for. These roles weren’t just tasks, they were part of the fabric of your family’s Thanksgiving story. No one can replace the person who is gone, and trying to redistribute their responsibilities can highlight their absence rather than help you move past it.
The loss of these roles creates awkward moments and difficult decisions. Does someone else carve the turkey, or do you skip that tradition entirely? Does anyone sit in their chair, or do you set a place in remembrance? Do you acknowledge what they used to do, or does everyone pretend it never happened? There are no easy answers, and what feels right to one family member may feel wrong to another. These seemingly small details carry enormous emotional weight.
The Conspiracy of Silence
One of the most painful aspects of Thanksgiving after suicide loss is often what goes unspoken. Many people operate under the misguided belief that mentioning your loved one will make you sad, as if you weren’t already carrying that sadness every moment. So they avoid saying the name, skip over memories, and create an awkward silence where your person’s life and presence should be acknowledged. This conspiracy of silence, even when well-intentioned, can make you feel utterly alone in your grief.
The silence around your loved one’s death can be even more pronounced when it comes to suicide. The stigma surrounding suicide deaths means that even people who might normally share memories or speak openly about someone who died may become suddenly quiet or uncomfortable. You might find yourself in the bizarre position of being the only one willing to acknowledge both that your person died and how they died. This burden of being the grief truth-teller at a family gathering is exhausting and unfair.
For some survivors, the opposite problem occurs. There may be family members who want to talk extensively about the death, who have theories or questions, who want to process their own grief and confusion with you when you have no capacity left to manage their feelings on top of your own. Navigating between those who refuse to speak your loved one’s name and those who won’t stop analyzing their death creates an emotional tightrope walk that’s particularly difficult during a long family gathering.
Dealing With Difficult Questions and Comments
Thanksgiving gatherings, especially if extended family is involved, often mean encountering people who haven’t seen you since the loss or who don’t know the full story. You may face questions you’re not prepared to answer in front of a crowd. “How are you doing?” takes on new weight when you’re grieving. “How many children do you have?” becomes a minefield for bereaved parents. “Is your spouse coming?” can break a widow’s or widower’s heart all over again.
Beyond direct questions, you’ll likely encounter painful comments, however well-intentioned. “They’re in a better place now.” “At least they’re not suffering anymore.” “God needed another angel.” “Everything happens for a reason.” “You should be grateful for the time you had.” These phrases, meant to comfort, often minimize your loss or your right to grieve. When they come at you during a holiday gathering when you’re already emotionally vulnerable, they can feel like verbal assaults even when that’s not how they’re intended.
The Thanksgiving tradition of expressing gratitude around the table can put you in an particularly difficult spot. If your family does this, you need to decide in advance how you’ll handle it. Will you speak honestly about your grief? Will you focus on something small and manageable? Will you simply pass? And how will you respond if someone else’s expression of gratitude feels tone-deaf to your loss or, worse, if no one mentions your loved one during this ritual of acknowledging what matters most?
The Challenge of Acknowledgment and Remembrance
Families handle remembrance differently, and Thanksgiving presents unique challenges around how (or whether) to acknowledge your loved one’s absence. Some families want formal recognition, setting an empty place at the table with a photo or candle, having a moment of silence, or inviting everyone to share a memory. Other families resist any acknowledgment, wanting to avoid sadness or disruption to the celebration. You may find yourself caught between your own needs and what others in your family want or can handle.
The question of whether to set a place at the table for your loved one is deeply personal and there’s no universal right answer. For some survivors, that empty chair with their plate and napkin provides necessary acknowledgment, a visible representation that this person mattered and is missed. For others, that stark visual reminder makes the absence unbearable. You may feel differently about this from year to year, and what works for one holiday may not work for another.
Creating opportunities for organic remembrance can sometimes feel more comfortable than formal rituals. Placing photo albums strategically in common areas where people gather before or after the meal gives family members permission to look through pictures and share memories at their own pace. A remembrance jar where people can write down favorite memories or what they miss most provides a way to include your loved one without putting anyone on the spot. These gentler approaches to remembrance can open doors for conversation without the pressure of a formal ceremony.
The Pressure to Perform Happiness
There’s often an unspoken expectation that you should at least try to be happy during Thanksgiving, especially if children are present or if it’s been “long enough” since your loss. Family members may ask you to participate in activities, pose for photos, or engage in conversation with a level of cheerfulness you simply don’t have access to right now. This pressure to perform normalcy or happiness when you’re actively grieving creates an additional layer of stress on top of the grief itself. Grief doesn’t follow anyone else’s timeline, and you don’t owe anyone a performance of recovery you haven’t achieved.
You may feel caught between your authentic feelings and your desire not to ruin the holiday for others. This is an unfair position to be in. Your grief doesn’t ruin anything, the tragedy of your loved one’s death is what changed everything. You showing up and being honest about where you are in your grief is actually the most authentic gift you can give your family. Pretending to be okay doesn’t protect them, it just isolates you further and prevents real connection.
The desire to protect children in the family from your sadness is understandable but can backfire. Children are perceptive and they know when adults are pretending. Allowing them to see that it’s okay to be sad, that grief is a normal response to loss, and that you can miss someone while still being together as a family can actually be a healthier model than forced cheerfulness. Obviously this needs to be age-appropriate, but you don’t owe anyone, including children, a performance of happiness you don’t feel.
Taking Control: Practical Steps Before Thanksgiving
The key to surviving Thanksgiving after suicide loss is taking control of what you can control. This means having honest conversations and making intentional decisions well before the holiday arrives, not just hoping you’ll get through the day somehow.
Have a family meeting first. If you live with immediate family members, sit down together at least a week or two before Thanksgiving. Talk openly about how everyone is feeling. What does each person need? What feels manageable and what doesn’t? Don’t assume everyone feels the same way or wants the same thing. Your spouse may desperately want to maintain traditions while you want to avoid them entirely, or vice versa. Getting these differences on the table before the holiday lets you plan together rather than discovering conflicts in the moment.
Decide together what you will and won’t do. You are not obligated to maintain every tradition just because that’s what you’ve always done. You’re allowed to change everything. You might decide to skip Thanksgiving dinner entirely and do breakfast instead. You might go to a restaurant rather than someone’s home. You might attend for just an hour instead of all day. You might gather only your immediate family this year and skip extended family obligations. Whatever you decide is valid if it serves your family’s healing.
Communicate your boundaries clearly and early. Once you know what you can and can’t handle, communicate this to extended family as soon as possible. Don’t wait until a few days before Thanksgiving. Send an email, make phone calls, or gather immediate family together if you all live nearby. Be direct about what you need. “This year we need Thanksgiving to be smaller and quieter. We’re not up for a big gathering.” “We’ll come for dessert but not the full day.” “We need to know that it’s okay to talk about [name] and that we won’t be the only ones saying their name.”
Identify potential allies in advance. Think about who in your extended family or friend circle truly understands grief or has shown up well for you since your loss. Talk to these people before Thanksgiving. Let them know you’re anxious about the gathering and ask if they can be your support person. This might mean sitting next to you at dinner, having a signal worked out for when you need to step away, or being willing to redirect conversation if someone says something hurtful. Having someone who has your back can make all the difference.
Create remembrance opportunities that feel right to you. If you want your loved one acknowledged, plan specific ways to do this that feel meaningful rather than performative. This might be as simple as everyone sharing one favorite memory before the meal. It could be a remembrance jar where people write down what they’re grateful for about your person’s life. You might create a small memory table with photos and meaningful objects. You might light a candle in their honor. Whatever you choose, make sure it’s something that honors your needs and your relationship with your person, not something you think you should do.
Preparing Yourself Emotionally
Lower your expectations to realistic levels. Thanksgiving is only 24 hours. Your job is to get through those 24 hours in whatever way preserves your wellbeing. That’s it. You don’t have to have meaningful conversations, create magical memories, or help anyone else feel better. You don’t have to prove you’re healing or demonstrate gratitude you don’t feel. Survival is enough. And remember, sleep in late and go to bed early and those 24 hours get even shorter!
Have a Plan B, C, and D ready. You might wake up on Thanksgiving morning and realize you absolutely cannot do what you planned. That’s okay and it’s normal. Have backup plans in place. If you were supposed to host, have someone on standby who can take over. If you were supposed to attend somewhere else, have a plan for what you’ll do instead if you can’t go. This might be a quiet day at home, a walk in nature, a visit to a meaningful place, or time with one or two people who feel safe. Permission to change course isn’t failure, it’s self-preservation.
Avoid hosting if at all possible. If you’re in your own home when you become overwhelmed, it’s nearly impossible to step away for the space you need. Let someone else handle hosting duties this year. Being a guest gives you much more flexibility to arrive late, leave early, or take breaks when you need them without abandoning responsibilities.
Decide how you’ll handle the gratitude ritual. If your family goes around the table expressing thanks, plan your response ahead of time. You might say simply “I’m grateful for this food and this time together.” You might say “I’m having a hard time with gratitude today, and I’m going to pass.” You might say “I’m grateful that we can still gather even though [name] isn’t here with us.” You might share one small, specific thing like “I’m grateful for my morning coffee.” Choose words that feel honest to you and practice them so you’re not put on the spot.
Consider the alcohol question carefully. Thanksgiving often involves drinking, and you need to be thoughtful about this. Alcohol can lower your emotional defenses and increase the likelihood of tears, conflicts, or saying things you might regret. It can also amplify grief and make difficult conversations harder to navigate. If you usually drink, consider whether this is the year to stay clear-headed. You need your full capacity to manage your emotions and protect your boundaries. Taking care of yourself means making choices that support your emotional wellbeing, even when those choices feel different from what you’d normally do.
Strategies for the Day Itself
Arrive late and leave early. You don’t have to be there for the full marathon of Thanksgiving day. Arriving for just the meal and leaving before the extended afternoon and evening reduces your exposure to difficult moments and gives you a built-in exit strategy. When you know you only have to get through two hours instead of eight, it feels more manageable. Sometimes just showing up for desert is enough. People want to see you and it is a simple part of the event that may be less stressful.
Take breaks as needed. You’re allowed to step outside, go to another room, take a walk, sit in your car, or excuse yourself to the bathroom for a few minutes of quiet. You don’t need permission and you don’t need to explain. If someone questions why you’re taking space, a simple “I need a few minutes” is sufficient.
Have a support person or wingman. If possible, bring someone or designate someone at the gathering who knows you’re struggling and can help you navigate difficult moments. This person can run interference with inappropriate questions, give you an escape route when conversations get hard, sit next to you at dinner, or simply check in on how you’re doing throughout the day.
Prepare responses to difficult questions and comments. Drawing from the strategies in dealing with difficult questions, have some stock responses ready. When someone says “At least they’re not suffering anymore,” you might respond “I appreciate that you care, but that’s not comforting to me right now.” When asked “How are you doing?” you can say “I’m having a hard day” or “I’m doing the best I can” without elaborating. When someone avoids mentioning your person, you can bring them up yourself: “I was thinking about how [name] used to always burn the rolls” or “I really miss [name] today.” Remember, you get to decide how much of your story to share and with whom.
Use photos and memory prompts strategically. If you’ve decided to include remembrance elements, place photo albums or memory boxes in areas where small groups gather naturally, like near the appetizers or in the living room where people sit before dinner. This gives permission for organic conversations about your loved one without forcing a formal moment. People can look through photos, share stories, and remember together in a way that feels natural rather than staged. Photographs can be powerful tools for remembrance when shared in the right context and at the right pace.
Permission to cry. You may cry during Thanksgiving. That’s okay. You don’t have to hide in the bathroom or apologize for your tears. Your grief is real and your loved one deserves to be missed. If you need to cry, let yourself cry. If others are uncomfortable with your tears, that’s their issue to manage, not yours to fix.
Name your loved one yourself. If others are participating in the conspiracy of silence, break it yourself. Share a memory. Mention something they used to do at Thanksgiving. Talk about their favorite dish. Talk about what you miss about them. Use their name. When you do this, you give everyone else permission to do the same. You might be surprised how many people have been wanting to mention your person but were afraid it would upset you.
Managing Specific Thanksgiving Challenges
The turkey carving dilemma. If your loved one had a specific role like carving the turkey, you have several options. Someone else can take over the task without ceremony or comment. You can acknowledge the role directly: “Dad always carved the turkey. This year Uncle Jim will do it, and we’ll remember how Dad always made such a production of it.” You can skip having a whole turkey entirely and serve something different. There’s no wrong answer, only what feels manageable for your family.
The empty chair question.
Some families set an actual place at the table with a photo, candle, or meaningful object to acknowledge the person who died. Others find this too painful and prefer not to have a visual reminder of the absence. Still others set one less place but make verbal acknowledgment of who is missing. Talk with your immediate family about what feels right. You might even try one approach this year and a different one next year. Your needs and what helps with healing can change over time. One simple approach is to say the plate is for all of those who can’t be with us today, including [name of person you lost], Grandma Mary, Uncle Tony, etc. That approach can be less intense and more inclusive.
The prayer or blessing challenge. If someone usually says a prayer or blessing before the meal, this can become complicated. Will they mention your loved one? Will they avoid the topic entirely? Will they say something hurtful about God’s plan or your person being in a better place? If you’re close enough to the person leading the blessing, talk to them beforehand about what would feel meaningful and what would be painful. If you’re not, prepare yourself emotionally that the blessing might hurt rather than help.
The “what are you thankful for” ritual. Many families go around the table with each person sharing gratitude. This can be excruciating when you’re grieving. Consider these approaches: Plan what you’ll say in advance so you’re not caught off guard. Keep it simple and general. Use it as an opportunity to mention your loved one: “I’m thankful for the years I had with [name].” Or simply pass: “I’m struggling with gratitude today and I’m going to pass.” Your honesty might actually be a relief to others who are also struggling but feel pressure to perform gratitude.
The kids’ table dynamic. If there are children or teenagers in your family, they may be grieving too, but in different ways or at different paces. They might seem fine one minute and fall apart the next. They might want to talk about their person or desperately avoid the topic. They might feel confused about why the adults are sad when they’re supposed to be celebrating. Make space for their grief too, and don’t assume that because they seem okay, they actually are.
The travel complication. If Thanksgiving requires travel, every aspect becomes more complicated. Flying during peak travel season when you’re emotionally fragile is brutal. Staying in someone else’s home means no private space for your grief. Long car rides with family can trap you in difficult conversations. If travel is required and you can’t change that, build in buffers. Book a hotel instead of staying with family so you have a retreat space. Build in extra time so you’re not rushing and stressed. Consider whether you can drive instead of fly, or fly direct instead of connecting, to reduce the overall strain.
Creating New Possibilities for Thanksgiving
Consider opting out entirely. You are allowed to skip Thanksgiving this year. You can stay home, order takeout, watch movies, and treat it like any other Thursday. You can volunteer at a shelter or soup kitchen where the focus is on service rather than celebration. You can take a trip somewhere beautiful and spend the day in nature. Thanksgiving is not mandatory, and sometimes the healthiest choice is to opt out rather than suffer through traditions that hurt.
Reimagine the entire holiday. Who says Thanksgiving has to be turkey and all the traditional trimmings? This might be the year you have breakfast for dinner, or pizza, or everyone’s favorite takeout. You could do Thanksgiving morning brunch instead of afternoon dinner. You could have a quiet dinner at a restaurant where someone else does all the work and you’re not trapped in a home with your grief. You could gather with a few close friends instead of family, or spend the day with other loss survivors who truly understand. You could start a new tradition, Taco Thanksgiving!
Start entirely new traditions. Rather than trying to maintain old traditions without your person, consider starting completely new ones. Begin a tradition of sharing favorite photos and stories of your loved one. Create a remembrance walk where family members walk together and each shares what they miss most. Start a gratitude jar specifically about your person, what you’re grateful to have experienced with them. Plant a tree together in their memory. These new traditions acknowledge the loss rather than trying to pretend it didn’t happen. Creating a new normal means building traditions that fit your family as it is now, not as it was before.
Make it a day of service. Some survivors find meaning in shifting the focus from gathering and eating to serving others. Volunteer at a food bank or soup kitchen. Deliver meals to homebound individuals. Spend the day at a hospice or hospital. For some people, serving others who are struggling creates a sense of purpose that makes the day bearable. It also changes the entire frame of the holiday from what you’ve lost to what you can still give.
Keep it very small. Perhaps this year Thanksgiving is just your immediate household, or even just you. A small gathering or solo Thanksgiving removes the performance aspect and all the complicated family dynamics. You can eat what you want, when you want, cry if you need to, and honor your grief without worrying about anyone else’s comfort level.
After Thanksgiving: Processing and Recovery
Plan for the emotional hangover. The day after Thanksgiving can be just as hard as the day itself. You may have used all your emotional resources getting through Thursday and have nothing left for Friday. You might feel relief that it’s over, or grief that you got through it without your person, or numbness, or a delayed wave of all the emotions you suppressed during the gathering. Plan for Friday to be a recovery day. Don’t schedule obligations. Give yourself permission to rest, sleep, cry, or do whatever you need to process what you just experienced.
Debrief with safe people. Once Thanksgiving is over, talk with your spouse, your therapist, your support group, or trusted friends about how it went. What was harder than expected? What was easier? What do you want to do differently next time? Processing the experience helps you learn what works for you and what doesn’t, which makes future holidays a bit more navigable.
Be gentle with yourself. However Thanksgiving went, you survived it. That’s enough. If you cried, if you left early, if you said something you wish you hadn’t, if you didn’t handle everything perfectly, you’re still doing okay. Grief doesn’t come with a manual and navigating holidays after loss is incredibly difficult. Give yourself credit for showing up and getting through, whatever that looked like.
You’re Not Alone
Thanksgiving after suicide loss is profoundly difficult. The expectation of gratitude, the family dynamics, the empty chairs and missing roles, the silence or the intrusive questions, all of it can feel overwhelming. But you’re not alone in this experience. Thousands of suicide loss survivors are navigating this same holiday, carrying similar pain, and doing their best to honor both their grief and the life still in front of them. Organizations like the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors offer additional support and community for survivors navigating holidays and every day.
You don’t have to be grateful right now. You don’t have to perform happiness. You don’t have to make others comfortable with your grief. What you need to do is take care of yourself, honor your loved one in whatever way feels right, and get through these 24 hours in whatever way preserves your wellbeing. That might look different from what anyone expects, and that’s okay. Connecting with others who truly understand what you’re going through can make a profound difference in navigating these difficult days.
The holidays will keep coming, and each one gives you another opportunity to figure out what works for you. This year’s Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be perfect or pain-free. It just has to be survivable. And you can survive this. You’ve already survived so much. One day at a time, one holiday at a time, you’re learning to carry both your grief and your love for your person forward together. That’s not giving up on them or leaving them behind. It’s honoring how much they mattered by allowing yourself to keep living, even when living is hard.
Better days are coming. They may not arrive by Thanksgiving this year, but they’re ahead of you somewhere on this journey. For now, be gentle with yourself, lean on those who understand, and know that you have permission to navigate this holiday in whatever way you need. You’re doing better than you think you are.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thanksgiving After Suicide Loss
How do I handle Thanksgiving when I’m still grieving a suicide loss?
Start by giving yourself permission to do things differently this year. You don’t have to maintain traditions that feel painful, attend gatherings you’re not ready for, or perform gratitude you don’t feel. Focus on survival, not perfection. Have honest conversations with your immediate family about what everyone needs, communicate boundaries clearly to extended family, and create a backup plan in case your original plans become overwhelming.
Should we set a place at the table for the person who died?
There’s no universal right answer. Some families find comfort in setting an empty place with a photo or candle to acknowledge their loved one’s absence. Others find this too painful and prefer verbal acknowledgment without a physical reminder. Talk with your immediate family about what feels right for your collective healing. Your approach may also change from year to year as your grief evolves.
What do I say when people ask what I’m thankful for?
Prepare your response in advance so you’re not caught off guard. You might say something simple like “I’m grateful for this food and time together,” or be honest: “I’m struggling with gratitude today and I’m going to pass.” You can also use the moment to honor your person: “I’m thankful for the years I had with [name].” Choose words that feel authentic to where you are in your grief.
How do I respond when someone says something hurtful about my loss?
Have stock responses ready for common painful comments. When someone says “At least they’re not suffering,” you might respond: “I appreciate that you care, but that’s not comforting to me right now.” For “Everything happens for a reason,” try: “I’m not finding comfort in that right now.” You can also simply excuse yourself from conversations that feel harmful. You don’t owe anyone your energy when they’re being insensitive.
Is it okay to skip Thanksgiving entirely this year?
Absolutely. Thanksgiving is not mandatory, especially when you’re grieving. You’re allowed to stay home, treat it like any other day, volunteer somewhere, take a trip, or spend it with just one or two safe people. Sometimes the healthiest choice is opting out rather than forcing yourself through traditions that cause more pain than comfort. Your wellbeing matters more than anyone’s expectations.
How can we include our loved one in Thanksgiving without making it too sad?
Create opportunities for organic remembrance rather than forced formal moments. Place photo albums in common areas where people can look through them naturally. Use a remembrance jar where family members can write down favorite memories. Share one story about your person before the meal. Light a candle in their honor. The key is acknowledging their absence in ways that feel meaningful rather than performative, and giving people permission to mention their name and share memories throughout the day.
Other Posts You May Also Find Helpful
- Finding Your Way Through the Holidays: A Guide for Survivors of Suicide Loss – Comprehensive guidance for navigating all winter holidays with practical strategies and permission to grieve on your own terms.
- Navigating Holiday Greetings After Suicide Loss – Understanding why phrases like “Happy Thanksgiving” can feel painful and how to respond when holiday greetings trigger grief.
- Dealing with Difficult Questions After a Suicide Loss – Managing insensitive comments and questions that often arise at holiday gatherings with extended family.
- Ritual and Remembrance – Creating meaningful rituals to honor the person you lost during holidays and special occasions.
- International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day: Finding Connection and Hope – Learning about this special day held the Saturday before Thanksgiving where survivors gather for connection and understanding.
Leave a Reply