Experiencing the death of a person you care about is probably the most painful and confusing event you ever have to face. Having it happen now, when you are already dealing with the ups and downs of being a teenager, may feel unbearable at times. You may have a lot of strong feelings, questions, concerns and opinions to sort out. It’s hard to make sense of it all.
“This journal is for you. It is about you and the person who died. Just reading it will let you know that all your feelings are normal even though some may feel crazy. Writing in it will help you explore your feelings and encourage you to get them out, which is healthy for you. Writing in the journal will ensure that you will never forget.”