Sometimes when we lose something we care about, we tell ourselves we will never have that experience, relationship or situation again.  And that nothing can replace what we’ve lost.  Those are true statements - you may never have that EXACT experience, relationship or job again. Going forward it will be different. Give yourself space to mourn, grieve and process all of the feelings associated with the loss.

AND…

It’s ok to grieve what you’ve lost and have hope for what is next.  Both are valid.

When you are ready, and at your own pace, gently see if you can leave some space for something different.