Behind My Grief Content—Creating With Care

Hey Friend,

Creating content about grief—whether through music, funeral stories, or videos—is a delicate balance. As someone who lives in both the funeral and creative worlds, I’ve learned to navigate raw emotion with respect. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I approach this, plus sharing three tips if you ever want to tell sensitive stories of your own. Let’s get into it.

My Process: Honoring Pain in Every Post
When I share a story or song about loss, my first rule is authenticity—I only tell what’s true to my experience or what I’ve witnessed with permission. For example, before posting about a funeral moment, I ask myself: Does this honor the family’s privacy? Could it help someone else feel seen? I often wait days or weeks to process my emotions before filming, ensuring I’m not exploiting pain for views. I also lean on music as a softer way to express grief—melodies can say what words might overstep. Every video or post is a chance to connect, not just to share.

3 Tips to Create Grief Content With Care
If you’re inspired to share stories of loss—whether on social media, in writing, or through art—here’s what I’ve learned to keep it respectful:

1. Seek Permission When Possible

   • If your story involves others (even anonymously), consider if they’d be okay with it being shared. If you can’t ask, strip out identifiable details. Protect their dignity above all.

2. Focus on Healing, Not Shock

   • Aim to offer comfort or insight, not just to evoke tears. Ask: Does this help someone process grief, or just sensationalize it? I avoid graphic details and focus on emotional truth.

3. Give Space for Your Own Grief First

   • Don’t create while you’re still raw—give yourself time to heal before sharing. I’ve found waiting helps me speak with clarity, not just pain, making the content more meaningful for others.

A Personal Reflection
One of the hardest videos I made was about a funeral mistake (you might’ve read about it in a recent email). I hesitated for weeks, worried it’d seem self-centered. But when I finally shared it, framed as a lesson, I got messages from people saying it helped them rethink their own words. That’s why I keep creating—it’s not about me, it’s about us.

Your Thoughts: Sharing Sensitive Stories
Have you ever shared a story of loss, or held back because it felt too heavy? What challenges did you face? Reply to this email—I’m all ears and might feature some insights (anonymously if preferred) in a future update.

What’s Coming Next?
Next week, I’ll dive into a lesser-known funeral tradition that’s touched my heart, plus how it’s influenced my music. If this resonated, forward this to a friend who creates content, or check out my latest videos for more stories (link below).

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With care,
Nathan

P.S. Want a quick checklist for creating sensitive content? Reply with “Checklist Please,” and I’ll send it in my next email.