Retreat When loss leaves us feeling exposed and fragile, we retreat into a safe harbor within—a quiet, sheltered place where we can breathe, grieve, and regain our strength, untouched by the outside world. Tags: clamshell, comfort, coping, emotional shelter, grief, healing, inner peace, inner strength, introspection, isolation, loss, mental health, personal growth, protection, quiet space, recovery, reflection, resilience, retreat, sadness, safe harbor, self care, self compassion, solitude, support, vulnerability