Somebody you know is grieving this holiday. It could be a friend, family member, neighbor, or some other person in your community circle. So, heads up! This may be a providential opportunity. A chance to be the person you’d want showing up if you were grieving. You...
When you’re grieving a significant loss, it isn’t just the holidays you might dread. Other momentous days like a birthday, anniversary, or death date can cause anxiety. Especially the “firsts” – the first time you face a special day without your loved one. In fact,...
It’s hard enough to deal with the passing of a loved one when it’s expected. But when it’s a sudden death, there’s so much that needs to be processed in a shorter time period. Today, we’re talking about how to release the fear and trauma that come from the worst of...
Emotions can be volatile like the weather. And emotions have a message about what’s going on inside. Get grounded. Tune into the weather within. ____________________________________________________________________ It’s been hot here in the Northwest. Super-hot...
Recently I recommended a client consider taking a month-long writing class because this person has more grief to release than our weekly sessions can clear. One day they got a journalling prompt they weren’t ready for. So – Permission to Pass. This is the way...
My Dear Community, Recently, during a grief recovery workshop, I asked the audience, “How many of you have had someone say, ‘Just let go of your grief.’?” One-third of the group raised their hands. Well, easier said than done. Right? If only those who say that to a...
