Supporting Veterans through Grief
Grief is a profoundly personal and complex journey, and when it comes to veterans, the experience often comes with unique challenges rooted in their service and the military culture. Understanding these challenges is essential to supporting veterans as they navigate loss, whether it’s the death of a comrade, family member, or significant life changes that […]
Everyday is a Gift…even the Hard Ones
Each day is a gift, an opportunity filled with new mercies and unseen blessings. The verse, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows” (James 1:17), serves as a gentle reminder of this truth. Lately, it feels like this […]
Grief in the Workplace
Having a certified Grief Coach available in the workplace can be incredibly beneficial to companies for several reasons. Grief and loss are inevitable parts of life, and employees bring their whole selves—including their emotional challenges—into the workplace. Supporting employees through their grief isn’t just compassionate; it’s also smart business. This is where having a […]
Good Grief
The phrase “good grief” might seem contradictory at first. How could something as painful and heart-wrenching as grief be labeled as “good”? Yet, in the paradox of this expression, there is profound truth. Good grief doesn’t mean that the sorrow of loss feels good, but rather that within the journey of grief, there’s potential for […]
A Promise To Be Happy
“Please promise me you will find happiness, that you will be okay, that you will find love again.” These are some of the words my late husband would say to me before he passed away, and at the time, they were almost impossible for me to truly absorb. The thought of being happy again, of […]
Turning Grief into Purpose
Grief is one of the deepest pains we experience as human beings. It feels like an all-encompassing weight, a loss that leaves you questioning everything you once knew. But what if, in the midst of that heartache, there was a way to turn the pain into something meaningful—something with purpose? When you’re grieving, the […]
Are You Struggling with Anger from Grief?
Dealing with anger that comes from grief can feel overwhelming, but finding healthy ways to cope can help you process it. Here are some strategies to manage and release anger during your grief journey: Acknowledge the Anger Recognizing that anger is a normal part of grief is the first step. Allow yourself to feel it […]
As The Years Pass By
I wonder if sometimes God allows us to witness suffering in ways that gently prepare our hearts for letting go when the time comes, offering a sense of peace to ease the pain just a little. As I reflect on those fleeting moments back in January 2011, when I sat by Nick’s side in hospice, […]
Different Types of Grief
Grief comes in many forms, each with its own unique emotions and challenges. Here are some of the different types of grief and how they can shape the journey of healing: Anticipatory Grief: This type of grief begins before the actual loss occurs, often when someone is facing a terminal illness or a prolonged […]
Practice Self-Compassion: Embracing Your Humanity in Grief
When we’re in the throes of grief, it’s easy to become our own harshest critics. We tell ourselves we should be “stronger” or “better” by now, that we should be able to move forward more quickly, that we shouldn’t still be feeling so lost, so sad, so overwhelmed. But these expectations are not only unfair—they’re […]
