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...
10 days 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,...
17 days 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 1 month 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...
about 1 month 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...
about 1 month 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...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, The days after Labor Day often bring a change in pace. Kids go back to school, vacations end, and the holidays begin to peek around the corner. For some, it feels like a fresh start. But for others, especially those who are grieving, this shift can feel unexpectedly heavy. In my latest blog post, Facing Fall: A Journaling Practice for Seasonal Grief Triggers, I explore why this time of year can stir up so much emotion, and how a simple mindfulness-based journaling exercise can...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Just checking in — you clicked to learn more about the Mindfulness & Grief Coaching Certification, so I want to make sure you know I would love to have you join me live today at 12:00 pm ET. During this one-hour session, I will: Walk you through the 8-Step Mindfulness & Grief Framework Show what a realistic week in the program looks like Answer your questions about time, tuition, and support If you cannot make it today, there will be another session on Wednesday, September 3 at...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I’m so excited to share something that means so much to me: enrollment is now open for the September 2025 Mindfulness & Grief Coaching Certification. If you love mindfulness, and help people navigate grief, this is for you. This 12-week, live online program is designed for grief professionals, meditation teachers, and yoga teacher / therapists who want practical, clinical tools to support their clients and themselves. You’ll learn the 8-Step Mindfulness & Grief Framework,...
4 months ago • 1 min read