The holidays used to feel full of people, noise, laughter, tradition. After losing someone you love, the season can shift. It can feel quieter, heavier, a little out of focus. Suddenly, there’s an empty space that no amount of lights or gatherings can fill. For those of us grieving, the holidays aren’t always merry or […]
Riding the Wave: The Art of Surrender
“Ride the wave” is a surfing phrase we’ve all heard. People say this when they’re encouraging someone to lean into whatever is happening, especially when it’s difficult. In life, we have plenty of waves that come our way, and there is an art to learning when and how to ride those waves. The art of […]
Fifty Shades of….Grief?
We, as human beings, often like to land in the ‘black or white’ zone of life. Situations that fall clearly into one category or another can be comforting to us; these are somewhat known quantities and are predictable. When things are familiar and predictable, even if this involves something hard for us, we know more […]
Mother’s Day is over. How are you feeling?
We’ve made it through another Mother’s Day, which can bring on different emotions for different people. If you find yourself feeling sad, angry, disappointed, or if you’re grieving in any way, you’re not alone. Mother’s Day isn’t a happy day for everyone. Some may be struggling to get pregnant, or have lost a baby Some […]