In this segment of the Midday Vibes “Check Your Mental” series, host Tamika Bright welcomes therapist Shakeeta Torres to discuss the therapeutic framework known as the “tasks of mourning.” Shakeeta outlines the four core tasks: (1) accepting the reality of the loss, (2) processing the pain of grief, (3) adjusting to a world without the deceased, and (4) remembering the loved one while moving forward. She explains that grief often feels like a swinging pendulum, with days of high and low emotions, and emphasizes that such fluctuations are normal. The conversation serves to educate listeners on this module, normalize the grieving experience, and provide practical encouragement for living a whole life despite loss. Shakeeta shares her Instagram handle (@shakeetatorres) and two websites (empoweredtoshift.com and shakeetatorres.com) for listeners seeking further support or therapy services. The segment closes with a reminder to tune in each Tuesday for more mental‑health tips.
