Hello Reader, Thank you to those of you who were able to join the live Living With Grief workshop last week. Whether your loss is recent or happened years ago, whether you are navigating your first loss or carrying many, this recording may meet you where you are. 🔗 You can watch the workshop replay here In this month’s workshop, we explored: Why grief affects the body, emotions, mind, relationships, and sense of identity Why grief can feel disorienting, overwhelming, or physically exhausting...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, The start of a new year can bring a mix of things when you are living with grief. There can be pressure to feel hopeful, to move forward, or to set intentions that do not quite fit where you actually are. There can also be a quiet worry about what lies ahead, especially if time feels like it is moving faster than you are ready for. I shared some thoughts about this in a recent post, Grief in the New Year, including a few gentle ways to meet this season without asking yourself to...
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, As the year comes to a close, many grieving people notice a quiet anxiety creeping in. The world talks about fresh starts and new beginnings, but grief does not reset at midnight. When someone you love is missing, the turning of the calendar can feel heavy, disorienting, or deeply lonely. You might find yourself wondering how to ring in a new year you never asked for. If that’s where you are, you’re not doing anything wrong. You do not need to celebrate. You do not need to feel...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, If you are reading this while carrying grief, I want you to know how deeply I see you. This time of year has a way of bringing everything closer to the surface. Even when we choose connection and plan to gather, grief can rise in quiet and unexpected moments. So many people tell me they feel they need to perform during the holidays, to hold it together, keep things steady, and make sure everyone else is comfortable. Often, that performance happens in front of people who are...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, The holidays can have a way of making absence feel especially present. Even familiar traditions or quiet moments can stir longing, sadness, or a sense that the world is moving forward while your heart is still catching up. If this season feels particularly heavy because someone you love is missing, there is nothing wrong with you. This week, I am sharing a holiday reflection focused on meditation and continuing bonds. It is meant to support you when the missing wants relief,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, If Thanksgiving felt like a lot, you are not alone. This holiday can stir up memories, tension, exhaustion, and the quiet ache of who is missing. When you are grieving, even the idea of checking in with yourself can feel overwhelming, so I want to make this simple and doable. Here is a gentle framework you can try this week. Begin by finding a quiet placeA few minutes where you will not be interrupted. Become the observerNotice the part of you that is aware and the part of you...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Like you, I know firsthand how hard Thanksgiving can feel when you are grieving. The days leading up to it can be full of pressure, memories, and questions about how you will get through a holiday that looks different now. You are not alone in feeling this way. In this week’s Mindfulness & Grief Podcast, I walk you through seven mindful tips that can help you care for your heart before Thanksgiving arrives, during the gathering, and afterward when the day settles. You can also...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, This week’s theme focuses on something many people find especially hard during the holidays: deciding whether to say yes, no, or maybe to invitations and events. Any decision can feel exhausting when grief is part of your life, so I created a set of resources to help you choose what feels right for you. If you prefer to listen, there’s a new podcast episode that gently walks you through how to check in with yourself, make a clear decision, and say no with kindness. 🎙️ You can...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, It’s been a while since you’ve heard from me on the Mindfulness & Grief Podcast. 2021, to be exact. A lot has happened since then. Divorce, moving, working closely with private clients and groups, starting the Mindfulness & Grief Coach Certification, writing my book Navigating Loss, and revising Living with Grief (formerly Mindfulness & Grief). Not to mention a lot of life chapters in between. The podcast ended up on the back burner for a while. And I’ve missed it. Now I’m back...
2 months ago • 1 min read