Grief & Healing

Supporting a loved one through grief can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even uncomfortable. We’re simply not taught specific skills or language around grief in today’s culture. It can be challenging and frustrating when you want to be helpful and yet you find yourself getting tongue tied or frozen around what to do or say. While there are many things you can do (and also avoid doing) I thought I’d offer a few tips that may come in useful when you find yourself in a supportive role. It is very important to allow a loved one time and space to grieve. Healing happens at its own pace, so it is essential to have patience and remember that everyone’s journey will look […]

Befriending your grief may sound like a strange concept, however it’s been one of the most helpful shifts in perception for me over the years as I’ve learned to live open-heartedly, allowing space for both grief and joy. Because grief can be so uncomfortable and painful (especially in the beginning), it can be easy to want to run from it or treat it as something negative. However, the more I’ve accepted grief as an integral part of life – just like love and joy – I’ve been able to process my grief in a way that feels more grounded and even gentle. I’ve learned over time that the heaviest weight of deep grief does not last forever. The intense pain gradually […]

These are my top 5 favorite tips to get your self-care on track. 1. Honor Your Losses This first tip is so essential. As human beings, we all experience various kinds of loss. As we age and experience life, it is simply inevitable. Whether it’s job loss, relationship loss, loss of a dream, loss of a loved one, or loss of a certain phase of life, it impacts us all. The worst thing you can do is ignore these losses. They are an integral part of your being and your life story. They matter and are worthy of being honored. Even though loss can be very uncomfortable and painful to face, these experiences can truly shape you, guide you, and […]