In this episode of Through the Ashes, Lily Rose explores the often unexpected and emotional impact that anniversaries of loss can bring. From sensory triggers to the body’s deep-seated memory, anniversaries can ambush us when we least expect it. Lily reframes these moments not as setbacks, but as visits to a sacred scar, reminders that healing is a circle, not a straight line.

She shares personal reflections on how she navigates the week leading up to a loss anniversary with gentle rituals, including lighting candles and sending biodegradable balloons to the sky. Lily also introduces The Ember Ritual, a simple, compassionate practice to honor grief on difficult days.

The episode addresses the damaging nature of “shoulds” in grief, those well-meaning but hurtful societal expectations, and encourages listeners to honor their personal he ...