21/06/2026
Fatherâs Day lands differently for a lot of people.
For some itâs a lovely day. For others itâs one of those days you just want to quietly get through without making a fuss about it.
If today is bringing something up for you, whether thatâs missing a dad whoâs already gone, caring for one whoâs still here but not quite the same, or just a complicated relationship with the day itself, I want you to know Iâm here if you would like to reach out.
Here are a few things that sometimes help.
Step away from social media if you need to.
Scrolling through everyone elseâs happy Fatherâs Day photos can be a lot when youâre hurting. If you need to put the phone down for the day, you can. You know what you need.
Give yourself permission to do the day your way.
There is no right way to spend today. If you want to mark it, maybe light a candle, cook a meal they loved, visit somewhere that was special to them, share a memory with someone who knew them. And if you just want to get through it and out the other side, thatâs completely ok too. Thereâs no rule about how today has to look.
Find a way to let it out.
Grief that stays stuck tends to hurt more. You might want to write something down, say something out loud, move your body, or just put some music on and let yourself feel it for a bit. Thereâs no right or wrong way to do any of this. Whatever helps it move through you rather than staying stuck may help.
Talk to someone.
A friend, a family member, or me. You donât have to sit with today on your own.
If youâd like a proper space to talk about how youâre doing, I offer a free Virtual Coffee. Just a conversation on zoom with someone who understands. You can book it using the link in my bio or DM me and Iâll message you back.
Take care of yourself today.
You matter too.
Much love,
Sharon x