Allow yourself to be sad:
It is important to understand that sadness and grief are normal feelings after the loss of a loved one. Don't suppress these feelings, but allow them to be. Crying, remembering and feeling grief is a natural way of showing your love and respect for the departed.

Create a ritual of remembrance:
On the birthday of the person who has passed, take time to create a special ritual of remembrance. This could be a candle, a photograph, or simply a moment of silence during which you remember and honor his memory.

Share your memories:
Perhaps you are surrounded by people who also remember and miss the one who is not around. Share memories of your departed loved one. You can spend time with friends or family telling stories and remembering good times.

Give yourself permission to be happy:
Even on a sad birthday, give yourself the right to joy. Remembering someone who has passed does not exclude the possibility of experiencing joy from the moments of happiness and support that you can still find in life.

Create something in memory:
Try to create something special in memory of the deceased that is related to the birthday. This could be planting a tree, writing a letter, creating art, or even making a charitable donation in his name.

Contact a professional:
If the sadness and loss become unbearable, do not hesitate to consult a psychologist or psychiatrist. Professional support can be very helpful in such difficult moments.

Having a birthday without those not around can be extremely challenging. However, their memory remains with us and we can celebrate this day to express our love and respect for them. It is important to allow ourselves to move through these feelings and find ways to honor those we have lost.