The Grief of Transition: Naming the Losses We Rarely Acknowledge

The Grief of Transition: Naming the Losses We Rarely Acknowledge
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MOAA Webinar: The Grief of Transition

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Many of life’s biggest transitions come with a kind of grief we don’t always recognize — the grief of identities shifting, plans changing, or a future we imagined taking a different shape. These losses are real, even when they’re invisible.

 

MOAA is honored to welcome psychologist Chris Frueh, Ph.D., and executive coach Daniel Luna, Ed.D., for a thoughtful conversation about the grief that accompanies major life changes, especially those tied to identity, purpose, and belonging.

 

Have you ever experienced:

  • The emotional weight of military‑to‑civilian transition?
  • Heartbreak from infertility or unexpected family challenges?
  • The end of a relationship or marriage?
  • Injury, illness, or caregiving responsibilities that altered your plans?
  • The ache of a dream that no longer seems possible?

 

These moments can stir deep grief, though not always the type of grief we traditionally talk about. 

 

Our experts will share both clinical insight and practical guidance for recognizing these emotional experiences and navigating them with resilience and self‑compassion. Together, they will explore how grief shows up during life’s turning points, why it can feel so disorienting, and what it means to move through change with greater clarity and care. You’ll gain a richer understanding of the emotional landscape of transition, along with actionable tools to support your next steps.

 

Join us for a meaningful discussion designed to bring validation, understanding, and practical strategies for navigating life’s unexpected turns.

 

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