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Coping with the loss of a loved one is probably one of the hardest things humans can ever do. In fact, one study suggests that out of 200 consultations with GPs, a third of which were of psychological origin, 55 were identified as resulting from loss. It hits hard, changes lives, and takes years, if not forever, to heal.

But some people have found a unique shelter for their grief online. A new series of videos have been circulating around on TikTok showing people recreating pictures from the past. In emotional snaps, many are struggling to contain their tears as old images with their loved ones who are no longer among us come back to life. The captions that read “I miss you every day” remind us just how powerful and time-defying love can be.

Bored Panda reached out to Kylei Wang, the woman behind this emotional TikTok video, who shared her story with us.

This particular TikTok came to her through inspiration from other creators who also used this same sound to recreate pictures with their lost loved ones. “I had recently lost my grandpa about 2 months prior to making my video, so I wanted to do something to honor him and share with the rest of the world,” said Kylei.

A college student in her junior year, Kylei told us that making the TikTok was a bittersweet experience. “The feelings from losing him are definitely still raw so recreating a picture from the last time I ever got to see him was emotional for me,” she confessed.

Kylei said that losing her grandpa during the coronavirus pandemic was particularly hard because “I was not able to travel to see him for the last time. A lot of me felt separated from my emotions and especially in the beginning, it didn't quite feel real.”

The hardest part for Kylei was to accept his passing, but talking to her family and friends helped to cope with the grief. But she managed to remain strong and hopeful. “Knowing that he's in a better place also eases my conscious. I also believe that someday I'll be able to see him again,” she concluded in emotional words.

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@thorrrv

I miss you everyday ##dog ##dogsoftiktok ##fyp ##storytime ##meetmypet ##littlethings

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boredkoala
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This thread is devastating why am I reading it while trying to work D: D: D:

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Hello it Smee
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This got me right in the feelings, my 15 year old dog passed away this year on my birthday.😢

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sorry to be rude, but compared to the loss of all these other people, a dog feels almost offensive to what others have lost. To be fair, I wouldn’t know because I don’t know what this girl has gone through with this dog, but To some not knowing the whole story of this might find it a little insensitive.

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Rowan Jeffus
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dogs are still loved ones. I lost a small dog named Oy, and I'm sure it wasn't as sad as what these people have gone through, but it still hurt. I had that dog all my life. Literally.

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@bezznees

Blessed to have been adopted by this woman. Might have to do a story time! ##fyp ##thistrendsucks

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@kyleiwang

pap ❤️ 9/7/43 - 4/10/20 I miss you everyday.

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@amandamedina689

Thank you for the best 5 years of my life Natalie❤️ I miss you baby sister 🥺

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@jmirame

if only people drove with more caution, Max would still be by my side.

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Maz Potts
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh look someone making an unnecessary statement for affect and an argument. Move on Cole, we get it, your needy and want attention

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@berry_uniquee

##greenscreen my dad was my protector now he’s my guardian angel I miss him every day😔

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@stephiontiveros

Fue demasiado difícil hacer esto siempre en mi mente hijo 😓

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@kathryngranger15

miss you everyday🦋 ##flyhighangel

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I has theory about this one- Friend/ sister/ gf died in accident and she got paralyzed/ injured bc of that accident

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@hannahryleee

i know you were proud of me and i know you’re watching me from above. 💓🙏🏼

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@may.bakerr

This trend is so sad but I had to participate. I miss you every single day dad. I love you🥺 ##fyp ##familystorytime

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@jordanmccormick

I miss him:( ##dogs ##fyp ##cry

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@plasticflamingos

##greenscreen they died exactly 25 days apart and its been the hardest thing I’ve ever had to cope with. ##fyp

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@jayymathis

Never take your parents for granted. I’m missing you a lil extra today, Dad. I love you🖤

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@jacobi.s_momma

##greenscreen i’ll keep speaking about you Buddy😅 ##forjacobi ##infantloss ##sids

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@melanie.jablonsky

##greenscreen this trend is so bittersweet 😢 Rest In Peace to my parents 💕 ##fyp ##foryou

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@thickems_tehe

##greenscreen (my dads ashes are in this necklace) I miss you & love you more than words can describe 🕊💙

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@oli.germ

Fly High Fay 💜... I’ll always love you 🕊##RIP

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@._maddie

i love and miss you everyday❤️ ##fyp

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@lukemickan

F*ck cancer. Miss you homie❤️##greenscreen ##fyp ##sad ##cancer ##cancerawareness

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@tyshonlawrence

I miss you every day 😢😢😢💔 (read bio)

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@carlywoodrumm

GOODBYE IM DONE WITH TIK TOK

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@ethancrutchley

Gone to soon miss you brother ##alwaysloved ##foryou ##missyou

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@mattiapolibio

13.5 years later ❤️ love you zio ##livestrong

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@thelindseycarter12

not a single car ride will ever feel the same. Cherish the little moments y’all 💓

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@codyorlove

i miss you mom😢❤️

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@kidbehindacamerahere

I miss you every day ❤️

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@itscalebgilbert

miss you everyday brother. ##forever7

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@stinkypeppa

i still miss you so much🤍🕊 ##angel ##fyp ##foryou

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@batteefz

i miss you more and more everyday. 5/5/20

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@itsmarely

It’s been a month and I miss you more everyday❤️ ##fyp ##maincharacter

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@toothsandwich

i’d do anything to hold you one last time.. always check on your friends. i love you alex 💗🧞‍♀️ ##greenscreen ##mentalhealthawarenes ##drugawareness

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@success.norey

##greenscreen I miss u so much the pain won’t go away 😭😭😭🥺❤️ ##fyl ##imissyousomuch

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@itsundos

miss you ❤️

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