How Toxins Can Complicate Grief and Healing
Grief is already heavy. It drains our energy, fogs our thinking, and can leave us feeling like we’re moving through life in slow motion. But what if some of that heaviness isn’t just emotional? What if our bodies are also burdened by something physical—like the toxins in our home?
When we’re surrounded by harsh chemicals—cleaners, air fresheners, scented candles, personal care products—our bodies work overtime trying to process and eliminate them. Every spray, wipe, or wash adds to what’s called our toxic load. And for someone already walking through grief, that added burden can make healing even harder.
Our bodies and emotions are deeply connected. When our systems are overwhelmed, we can experience more fatigue, brain fog, irritability, sadness, and even physical pain. It can make grief feel heavier, depression more pronounced, and our energy almost nonexistent.
I didn’t realize how much this connection mattered until I began removing toxins from my own home. Slowly, I noticed my mind clearing. My depression wasn’t as constant a companion—it still showed up, but it didn’t linger. My gut issues began to heal, and I could process through my grief instead of being stuck in an endless loop of fear and anxiety.
Creating a healthier environment gave my body space to rest and recover. It gave my mind clarity. And that clarity made it easier to pray, reflect, and move forward one step at a time.
If you’re in a season of grief or deep exhaustion, start small. Begin by swapping one or two products for nontoxic alternatives. Your body—and your emotions—will thank you.
Try this cozy fall diffuser blend:
Autumn Anthro
Autumn Anthro
4 drops Christmas Spirit
4 drops Bergamot
2 drops Clove
2 drops Grapefruit
This blend comes from the Autumn Edit Starter Bundle (pictured on the left), a simple, small step to begin your journey toward a healthier, nontoxic home.
Next week, we’ll talk about practical ways to remove toxins from your home and how that shift can help lighten the emotional load of grief.
If you’re walking through grief and need a quiet place to process, I have created resources specifically for you in my Etsy shop, HOPE & HARMONY PAGES. These three digital printables work on their own and hand in hand with each other:
30 SCRIPTURE CARDS FOR GRIEF. If you know someone these might encourage, I would be honored if you’d share these resources—and my blog—with them.
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