Letting go of something—even when you know it’s the right choice—can still bring grief. Maybe you walked away from a relationship, set a boundary, or chose a new path that meant leaving something familiar behind. Even when we willingly release something, we can still mourn its absence. Grief doesn’t mean you made the wrong choice—it means what you left behind mattered. If you’re struggling with this kind of quiet, complicated grief, you’re not alone. Read on for validation, insight, and permission to honor your feelings.