This morning I sat in my car, parked in the driveway post-gym, engine off and listened. You might see this and wonder what’s wrong. It’s not that anything is “wrong”, rather it’s about so many things that are right. This is a story of hope. Last November I was given the opportunity to sit down with my friends, The Benders. They offered me the chance to be a guest on their podcast, @eleventhhourgod and share my story on how God showed up for us in a really heavy season. Today the podcast is live. My / our story and experience during one of the heaviest seasons anyone could ever experience - The loss of a child. While the topic is heavy, I want to invite you in, hear some of my most vulnerable words, and most of all - I hope you hear how much God’s love showed up for us, and my biggest prayer of all - that your family is blessed and encouraged by the beauty we live in today. Grief will always exist - and what a blessing it is when we recognize how much love shows up for us in those moments. May is mental health awareness month and the Devine timing of this podcast is not lost on me. I know this story needs to be told, and I know there are families that need to hear our story. God fave me a vision when we lost Mackinnon, that I would be telling his story and how we live everyday missing him, for God’s greater plan. If it saves one. 🩵 #livelikemack #suicideawareness #eleventhhourgod #grief #mentalhealthawareness #podcast
❤️☁️ #grief #childbereavementuk #childloss #loss #love #griefquotes #bereavement
When you feel like you just can’t take another step, that’s when you look upward and ask for God’s strength to carry you forward. #devotion #faith #journey #bookstagram #spiritual #healing #writing #grief
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My life experiences are just that — my experiences. 🧡 Even though many memories are painful, I don’t want to set them aside. They are part of who I am and how I exist in the world. They are a part of who I’m becoming. What if we all embraced our messy selves and accept ourselves just for who we are? Is that something you can do? #MyGriefJourney #BereavementAwareness #BereavementCareForAll
One of my favorite books on loss and grief is “It’s OK That You’re Not OK” by Megan Devine. Megan writes that grief can’t be fixed - it can only be carried. And over the years I have come to find this to be true. After a devastating loss, grief shows up without an invitation and whether you want it in your life or not, grief tends to move in with no intention of leaving. And that makes sense. You grieve because you fiercely loved someone or something and you will never stop loving or missing, so why would you completely stop grieving? Even if it means for the rest of your life. There are so many wonderful resources available to grieving hearts, and what works for one person won’t necessarily work for someone else. And while all of these resources can be helpful, one or all of them, will not magically take your pain away or fix your grief. With that being said, there are things you can try and do. There are tools that will help you to better manage the storms of loss and with time, there are things you can do to help you better navigate the journey of grief. There is no “one thing” or “one program” or “one tool” that will take your grief away but there are things that will absolutely help to lighten the load of all you are carrying and help you to find your way forward to a purposeful life again. A life where love outweighs the pain and grief doesn’t consume you anymore. Easy to get there? NO. It takes lots of time, effort, and hard work. But it is possible. One of the first and most important things you can do (and it’s necessary), is loving yourself through this dark season of life, being compassionate and kind to your grieving heart, and practicing the best of self-care. You can’t work on or nurture your grieving heart if your body is depleted and you have nothing left to give to yourself. Remember, put your own oxygen mask on first, connect with others who get it, try to nourish your body with healthy food, stay hydrated, share your story, and get plenty of rest. Find the tools that work for you and if something isn’t working, discard it and try something else. Love to you - Michele #grief #griefquotes #loss #selfcare #griefsuppprt #grieving
We are excited to announce that Agne Miskinis has recently joined our team of clinicians at Serenity! She brings with her a wealth of experience from working in inpatient psychiatric facilities, outpatient mental health clinics, community outreach for peer support, critical incident stress management, and volunteering in Ukraine. As a former Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), she feels passionately about working with first responder populations. Agne works well with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, and her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, attachment, grief/loss, and stress management. With an approach grounded in empathy and collaboration, Agne strives to help her clients feel safe, understood, and empowered for positive change. We are thrilled to have her as part of our team. Learn more about Agne: https://www.serenitybhw.com/agne-miskinis https://www.serenitybhw.com 952-592-2200 #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #trauma #grief #stressmanagement #therapist
Why Therapy? Therapy offers a multitude of benefits that can positively impact people’s lives in various ways: 1. **Emotional Support:** Therapy provides a safe and confidential space for individuals to express their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Having a supportive therapist can help individuals feel understood and validated, leading to emotional healing and resilience. 2. **Problem-Solving Skills:** Therapists help clients develop effective coping strategies and problem-solving skills to navigate life’s challenges. Through therapy, individuals learn how to identify and address issues, manage stress, and make healthier decisions. 3. **Self-Exploration and Growth:** Therapy encourages self-reflection and self-awareness, allowing individuals to gain insight into their thoughts, behaviors, and patterns. This self-exploration fosters personal growth, empowerment, and a deeper understanding of oneself. 4. **Improved Relationships:** Therapy can enhance communication skills, empathy, and conflict resolution abilities, leading to healthier and more fulfilling relationships with others. By addressing interpersonal dynamics and learning effective communication techniques, individuals can strengthen their connections with loved ones. 5. **Coping with Trauma and Grief:** Therapists help individuals process traumatic experiences, such as loss, abuse, or other significant life events. Through therapy, clients can work through their grief, trauma, and emotional pain in a supportive environment, ultimately finding healing and resilience. 6. **Managing Mental Health Conditions:** Therapy is a crucial component of treatment for various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. Therapists work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based techniques to manage symptoms and improve overall well-being. At AlignCare Counseling we provide individuals with the tools, support, and guidance they need to overcome obstacles, cultivate resilience, and lead more fulfilling lives. #therapy #therapyhelps #cbt #grief #griefsupport #mentalhealthawareness #aligncarecounseling
Nature is a beautiful way to breathe in all you can imagine. Let the water cleanse you, the sun activate you, and let the air clear your lungs. When you breathe in all that is, you receive the love of the Universe. #source #God #universe #morningmotivation #retreat #Cruise #vacation #grief #healthyliving #heal
Goodbye my bunny, love you forever. Your Markie xx #grief #nectanfalls #cornwall #waterfall #inmemory #loveyou #loveyouforever❤️
Peacefully is here for you whether you are planning ahead or in your time of need after losing a loved one. We are happy to help. #peacefully #grief #estateplan #endoflife
This week's #SharpScratch is all about navigating grief. The panel are joined by Hilary Williams, a consultant in medical oncology and Vice President of the Royal College of Physicians for Wales, to talk all about grief. What is it? How can we grieve alongside patients and colleagues, and how can we grieve for patients and colleagues? Listen now on your preferred podcasting platform. #Grief #Loss #Medicine #MedicalStudents #Doctors #Podcast
You’ve asked for a virtual offering!! So here we are !!!! 🥳🥳 @wewantwellnessdc bringing me on for yet another GRIEF CLUB! & this time…. VIRTUALLY!!! Participate from a safe place of your choice ❤️🩹 #dmv #wellness #yoga #mentalhealth #grief #griefjourney #dmvblogger #safespaces #gracelanddmv #wewantwellness
Good morning y’all! Have an amazing day!🩷✌🏾 . . . . #bipolar2 #bipolar #mentalhealawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealth #therapy #therapist #borderlinepersonalitydisorder #trauma #healing #healingjourney #blackwomen #depression #anxiety #healing #blackmentalheath #endthestigma #grief #death #suicideprevention #mentalhealthawarenessmonth
I’m just riding life like a roller coaster right now. There will be days like this. 🎢🎢🎢🎢🎢 The dips, the turns, the pauses…the long pauses, before the rush. It’s Bridge here by the way. And I’m just learning to ride the waves, to not hang on to anything. To raise my hands to the clouds and let life BE. To be with the loss, the grief, the frustration, the irritation, the discomfort….so that I can be with the joy, the ecstasy, the excitement and the unknown. It sure is a ride, right now. For so many of us. And the real lesson = I’m learning I can handle life. On Her terms. I surrender to the roller coaster. And I might even say, “whoohooo”…soon. Maybe. 🎢🎢🎢🎢🎢🎢🎢 #rollercoasterlife #ridingthewaves #energy #awakening #feminine #grief #loss #death #surrender #loveandpain #embracelife #murmurr.co #murmurr_elixirs
Grief and joy live in my throat. A lot of the work I’ve been doing around my mental health has been locating emotions in my body, tenderly following pathways back into myself, back through memory, a temporal wandering, a remembering. Grief and joy live in my throat. My anxiety is a stone lodged in vocal chords, a paralysis of speech, a forced silence. Joy is a bubble stuck above my clavicle that threatens rupture; grief is an ache that desires a scream. I’m practicing returning to images, asking myself again and again why I’m making images, why I’ve taken so many photographs of hands, of feet, of throats. I’m learning, which feels like remembering. Image description: a color photograph of a pale white neck with muscles tensed in an inhale. #KinshipPhoto #HumbleArtsFoundation #SelfPortraiture #ChronicallyIllArtist #MedicalArt #TransArtist #Grief #ArtAboutGrief #NCPhotographer #FineArtPhotographer
You've probably heard of the stages of grief, and I genuinely believe they are all spot on. However it's a fluid process and doesn't always go in order and can go back to previous stages. Grief always hits in waves, you can be ok for a week and then the next it knock you down. Each grieving pers9n and process doesn't look the same, however the stages always are present. Even at the point of acceptance doesn't mean you won't go back to denial every once in a while or anger. My best feedback for grief is a private space. Tap into it and lean into it. Personally, I chose a private Instagram only for me. That way I can post pictures I would want to share with them, or memories of them. I can wrote to them or about them as memories come. I can access it whenever the thoughts or feelings come over me. Grief can be a beautiful journey with lots of healing and growth, but there is also so much loneliness and pain. If you are grieving, you are allowed to not be ok. You are allowed to struggle. You are allowed to need space. You may feel aline, but you are not alone. I love helping others heal and giving them a space to grieve. I will always hold space for those grieving. . . . . . . . . . #Grief #griefjourney #grieving #grievingdaughter #grievingmother #healing #stagesofgrief #therapy #counseling #depression #mentalhealth #illinois #therapyinillinois #mentalhealthawareness #holdingspace #therapist
My coworkers rock #grief #friends #breathing
what if you were a stranger? . . #poems #lovepoems #grief #lyricsquote #lovequotes #poetry
Can you help us? We are looking for donations, these can vary from buying something on our Amazon Wishlist to giving monetary donations. Take a look on our donations page on our website to get involved: https://tnap.org.uk/donate/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3GDHF13VLMTSP... 💜💛💜 #northamptonshire #grief #griefsupport #childrencharity #bereavementsupport #tnap #bereavement #childrenmentalwellbeing #childrenscharity #childrensmentalwellbeing #notalone #thankyou
✨ . . . #wingofstrength #parenting #singleparents #widows #grief #loss #fyp #contentcreation #friday
When you get that call that no parent wants to receive your life instantly changes....😢 You start questioning everything in your life and you try very hard to make sense of it all. It's been 2 years since Josh took his life and I am still trying to find my way... I unconsciously and consciously compare whatever I am doing to his death... My emotions are heightened and I feel differently... I am quick to dismiss those who make me feel uncomfortable. I am able to easily walk away from those people and things that don't bring me joy. I truly don't think that my heart will ever mend, but I know that I will continue to do those things that give me joy.... We all go through challenging times in our life, but when your child dies you unfortunately can't bring them back.... Here's to all of us trying to find our peace. # #myjourney #challengingtimes #grief
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-baby-loss/id1631935976?i=1000654255786 Jennifer has an amazing podcast to help people navigate baby loss. So many great episodes. She is a great resource. If you are navigating loss give her a listen. 👂 I was a guest speaking about the loss of my son’s twin, my sister and my husband and more. Navigating my way as a business owner, mom and how loss affected our lives. #attherighttimebook #yourwidowedfriend #loss #nikkiscott #navigatingbabylosspodcast #lossisnevereasy #grief #griefjourney #podcast #speaker #onedayatatime #death #griefsupport
Don't miss our Early Bird Discount on our 2025 Sector Summit tickets! There are only a limited amount of discounted tickets available - if you attended our Sector Summit this year and want to rebook or if you couldn't make it the first time around, you won't want to miss next year's event! We are bringing the sector together again and we can't wait for another day of brilliant conversations, knowledge sharing and learning to better support our community of people bereaved by suicide. Speakers and themes to be announced soon! Click the link in our bio to get your tickets with 20% off. Keep talking x #suicideandco #suicidebereavement #suicideprevention #suicideawareness #loss #grief #support #summit #event #charity #education #tips #conference #speakers #sponsors #exhibitors
CAN I BE HONEST??? 🙋🏾♀️ It's hard for me to accept defeat ... 💯 Whether it's sports or work or literally anything, I don't enjoy stepping down from things. 👈🏾 Call it upbringing, my naturally competitive nature, or a product of many things, it's the plain truth. 💯 Grief, however, proved to be the one thing I realized I couldn't defeat. Can I get an "AMEN?" ✅ Grief isn't something you can fight. It's a natural (and necessary) response to experiencing loss. ✅ Once I accepted this truth, I began the process of leaning into grief. It wasn't easy by any means, and there are still days when I want to crush it. ✅ These days, however, I'm focusing on ways I can manage the grief that walks alongside me each day. What about YOU? 📌 Type "STEPPING UP" if you're prioritizing your needs as you grieve. ⤵️ . . #grief #griefandloss #grieving #griefprocess #acceptance #griefshare #griefmatters #griefawareness #coping #griefcoping #drmekel #psychologist #influencer #mentalhealth #loss #surrender #emotionalwellness #health #wellness #wellbeing #strength #courage #lifeafterloss #griefreminder #education #griefeducation #selfcare #selflove #selfcompassion #daybyday
April 29th to May 5th is #smilecookieweek at @timhortons . Stop by any Tim Hortons locations in Abbotsford and purchase a freshly baked Smile Cookie with 100% of the proceeds going to our Children's Grief Support Program! . . . #Abbotsfordcommunity #Communitysupport #AbbotsfordHospiceandGriefSupportSociety #Abbyhospice #AHGSS #AbbotsfordHospiceSociety #childrenandyouthgriefsupport #community #nonprofit #hospicecare #hospice #griefsupport #adultgriefsupport #freesupport #supportingourcommunity #endoflifecare #palliativecare #abbotsford #abbycares #abbotsfordbc #griefandloss #grieving #grief #griefjourney #remembering #childrensgriefsupport #abbotsfordevents #fraservalleyevents
#DemystifyingDeath Week starts next week and runs from 6th-12th May. It's about shining a light on death, dying and bereavement in Scotland. provide many useful resources and a programme of events happening throughout the week. @humanistsociety is delighted to be part of the programme, hosting an online Death Café with celebrants @laracelini and @senga_ishaq This is an opportunity to break the taboo around death. We can all benefit from being more comfortable having these conversations. So boil the kettle, raid the biscuit tin, and join us online as we explore this universal experience together ☕ Book your spot free on our website, copy this link or visit "get involved" on our website, https://buff.ly/44rmyzA 🔗 Alt text: Photo of a teacup and saucer with biscuits on the side. A pink circle graphic with text overlaying sits on the top left. Text reads: Death Cafe, Thursday 9th May, 2.00pm-3.30pm, Online"
#sandysreed #grievingparentsgriefchildren #griefquotes #griefsupport #grief #griefandloss
#sandysreed #grievingparentsgriefchildren #griefquotes #griefsupport #grief #griefandloss
Join us on a beautiful journey into the depths of elephant's emotions in this episode of Good Grief with Nikki the Death Doula. We've learned how dogs grieve, but let's look at these gentle giants. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of elephant behavior, discussing research and observations that shed light on how these beautiful creatures mourn their lost loved ones. #grief #griefawareness #elephants #animalgrief #podcast #podcastersofinstagram
Vidste du godt at i 1800-tallet var der noget der hed sørgetid? "Ved en ægtefælles død var den officielle sørgetid ét år for kvinder og et halvt for mænd. I den periode måtte man ikke gifte sig – med mindre man fik kongelig dispensation, eller ens vilkår var så ringe, at det krævede handling her og nu" Og dette var altså ægtefæller. Jeg kan ikke finde information om forældre der mistede et barn, men jeg har på fornemmelsen at sørgetiden var kortere. Thank God at sorgkulturen har ændret sig. Sikke nogle vilkår at leve under. Idag har vi et helt andet fællesskab. Takket være SoMe kan vi spare og relatere med hinanden. Dengang bar man sorg og havde sørgearmbånd på... Hold nu op. Jeg får det helt skidt af at tænke på hvor ensom den tid må have været. Hvad tænker du? #sorg #sorgkultur #atlevemedsorg #sorgrejse #1800tallet #gamledage #livet #ensomhed #sørgetid #mandogkone #mistetbarn #fakta #englemor #mitlivsomengleforalder #kærlighed #familie #vilkår #grief #infantloss #spædbarnsdød #hverdagsglimt #historie #melancolie #skulpturer #netværk #some #fællesskab @mitlivsomengleforalder
A very common felt sense for adoptees is that of being unsure of where we belong, a sense of chronically finding ourselves in the in between. The in between with our families, countries, cultures, races, religious beliefs and so much more. Living in the places of in between can be traumatic, it can be overwhelming and exhausting for the nervous system and keep us in states of tension internally and externally. Whether overtly or covertly we feel the pressure to make a choice, to pick a lane, when the complexity of our experience makes that impossible. There are times when we feel connected to certain part of our identity and then struggle with feeling not enough or as if we don’t have a right to those parts of ourselves. There are times that no matter how hard we try we feel disconnected from pieces of ourselves. Adoptees, you are worthy and deserving of leaning into and connecting with the parts of your identity you feel are most authentic. You are worthy and deserving of mourning that other aspects of your identity feel more challenging. You are worthy and deserving of honoring the reality that adoption inevitably causes disconnect from aspects of our identity. You are worthy and deserving of grieving having to live a life stuck in Im between. May you find balance and authenticity in acknowledging and claiming/ reclaiming all parts of who you are. #adopteeperspective #adoptee #adopteevoices #adoption #adoptionawareness #adoptioneducation #adoptionishard #adoptionistrauma #adopteestories #complextrauma #identity #connection #disconnect #adoptiveparents #birthfamily #internationaladoptees #transracialadoption #adopted #nervoussystemhealth #unlearnandrelearn #lifelongjourney #adoptiontruth #adoptions #inbetween #searchforself #livedexperience #loss #grief #belonging #attachmenttrauma
Stay strong 💪 Have faith in yourself 🤙 We got this 🤜🤛 Keep Fighting ✊ #MensMindsMatter #mensmentalhealth #mensmentalhealthawareness #misandry #sobriety #mensmentalhealthmatters #menareabusedtoo #maledepression #malesuicideawareness #malesuicide #malesuicideprevention #dadsmatter #menshealth #fathersgrievetoo #recovery #mensdepression #menshealthawareness #mensmentalhealthadvocate #malebodypositivity #mengrievetoo #addiction #maledomesticviolence #toxicmasculinityisbullshit #menhavebodyissuestoo #maledomesticviolencevictims #recovery #maleanxiety #FathersMatter #grief #dadsmatter #dadsmentalhealth #supportingmybrothers💪
I’m still in disbelief at how quickly it all happened. Time was so precious, like water in a desert….we simply didn’t have enough. • • • • #grief #emotions #feelings #neveralone #heaven #mom #positivity #rip #rainbow #counselor #friend #missingyou #ancestors #healing #overwhelmed #blackgirlgrief #blackgirltrauma #ptsd
Hogyan beszélgessünk gyerekekkel a gyászról? Ha haláleset történik a környezetünkben, sokszor felnőttként is bizonytalanok vagyunk, hogyan kezeljük a helyzetet. A gyerekek koruknál fogva kiszolgáltatottak a körülöttük lévő felnőtteknek. Ilyenkor nem az a feladatunk, hogy megmondjuk, hogyan gyászoljon, hanem hogy úgy legyünk jelen, hogy a korosztályának megfelelően meg tudja élni a gyászát, és ebben támogatni tudjuk. ✨ Próbáljunk meg kérdezni. A gyerek mindig annyit fog mondani, amennyi neki komfortos, és ezt fogadjuk el. ✨ Figyeljünk arra, hogy ne tegyük ki olyan helyzetnek, amikor számára kényelmetlen módon kell a gyászáról beszélni – lehet, hogy még a legjobb barátjával sem lesz ez téma. ✨ Tartsuk tiszteletben a határait és próbáljuk meg felmérni a szükségleteit. Biztosan van pár ember, akivel meg tudja osztani az érzéseit, és ne sértődjünk meg, ha nem mi vagyunk azok – lehet, hogy átmenetileg valaki mással könnyebben megy neki. ✨ Hozzunk közösen döntéseket például arról, hova kerüljön ki egy kép, vagy hogy milyen gyakran találkozzunk a nagymamával. ✨ Meg kell adnunk neki a biztonságot abban, hogy a dolgok ezek után is működnek: ha azt mondjuk, négykor érte megyünk az oviba, akkor legyünk ott négykor, mert így nem bizonytalanodik el a realitáshoz való viszonya. Ilyenkor sokan azt élik át (nem csak gyerekek, de felnőttek is), hogy ha ez megtörténik, akkor bármi megtörténhet, így ahhoz, hogy a rend vissza tudjon épülni, apró biztos pontokat kell adnunk. ✨ A gyerekek sokszor az életben maradt szülőért is aggódnak, hiszen ha vele történik valami, az a stabilitás is eltűnik, ami maradt. #gyász #veszteség #gyerekgyász #gyászfeldolgozás #gyászolok #veszteségfeldolgozás #gyászkísérő #loss #grief #mentálisegészség #pszichológia
It is with a heavy heart that I want to share the passing of a dear friend and Source Family brother. He was a rock and inspiration to so many of us and I am very grateful for the time we had together and the friendship that I will always cherish. We got to see each other last year and I was hoping to see him again this summer, but his earthly body could not handle it anymore. Rise with the stars Damian, I will carry our memories close to my heart! ❤ #thesourcefamily #friendship #LOSS #grief
🤍 🌸 May 2024 Schedule 🌺 🤍 🎙️Spring is here!!, and we have some new things happening like… SUBSCRIPTIONS! Join our Death Doula Randi paid community on Facebook for less than $1.30 a month, for exclusive educational content, tarot/oracle reads, podcasts, exclusive death doula content and education. 🚹 Men & Grief. This is a brand new certified course we have released, taught by our newest instructor Michael Crowe. He will also be hosting drop in grief support chats online, for men ONLY. These will be $10 a session and is a safe space for men to come together to discuss their personal grief, and move through such a tough time. 🌙 We’ve also brought back our mini moon and women’s circles happening throughout the week with some fantastic guest events and surprises we CANNOT WAIT to release… these start this month, so keep your eye out! 🌊 We are taking on death doula clients always and are now booking our regular river side reiki, yoga, and energy work for late spring, summer, and early fall. Please note these take place in Keene Ontario along the Indian River, on our Sacred Indigenous Healing Grounds. 🙏 Reiki School 2024, Level 2 starts May 3rd! Register now for our remaining two levels, or pick the levels you want to take. Please note you MUST have the prior reiki level for the one you’re registering for. 📚 Our 6 week long Death Doula Program is finishing up at the end of May and starts again June 3rd! We also have some great branch off courses happening this month. Grief & Loss, Mens Grief, Active Vigil Planning, Acute and Chronic Care, respite care, and more. 🧘♀️ Our Summer Retreats start this Month with our first on May 25th! We do have a few spaces left for those interested! 💻 For more information on courses, classes, to hire a death doula or counsellor, please inbox us! ⭐️https://ontarioschoolofenergy.com #deathdoula #deathdoularandi #endoflifecare #endoflifedoula #endoflife #endoflifeplanning #endoflifedoulas #mensmentalhealth #mensmentalhealthawareness #tarot #oracle #energyhealing #energyhealer #grief #griefquotes #griefjourney #griefsupport #womenempowerment #womencircle #respitecare #hospice #hospicenurse
Friday Funnies . . . . . #grief #griefjourney #laughter #prayer #murielpitts
Have you experienced both? Starting a new series touching on two feelings or thoughts existing at the same time, both being true to you. We sometimes may feel that we have to lean more to one than the other and experiencing both can cause conflict within us because of this. They both are valid and can co-exist. ❤️ #parentloss #grief #validatingfeelings #bereavement #griefsupport #unhealedtrauma #parentless #motherloss #fatherloss
The Timeless Nature of Tears: Grieving Beyond the Calendar In the quiet moments of reflection or in the unexpected triggers of daily life, tears can come, even years after a loss. It’s a profound truth about grief that society seldom acknowledges openly: Sometimes you cry, even if they've been gone a long time. This reality stands in stark contrast to the common narrative that time heals all wounds, suggesting a linear progression of healing that simply doesn't hold true for everyone. Grief, with its deep roots in the love we hold for someone, doesn't adhere to timelines. The tears we shed years later are not a sign of weakness, nor do they imply we haven't moved forward. Instead, they are a testament to the enduring impact of our loved ones on our lives. They signify moments when our grief, usually simmering quietly in the background, comes to the surface, reminding us of the depth of our bonds. These tears can be sparked by anything—a song, a scent, a place, or even a date that meant something special. Sometimes, they arise from the ache of missing them at significant milestones or in daily moments when we wish we could turn to them for advice, laughter, or comfort. And occasionally, they come without any apparent trigger at all, a sudden wave of longing for their presence. Acknowledging that it's okay to cry, regardless of how much time has passed, is crucial. It's a part of honoring our grief and the person we miss. Our Eternal Connections membership (link in bio) embraces this understanding. We offer a space to explore the complex, non-linear nature of grief, recognizing that healing is personal and unique to each individual. Here, we learn that it's okay to have moments of sadness, even long after the initial loss, and that these moments are part of a larger tapestry of memory, love, and ongoing connection. Join us as we delve into the healing journey together, acknowledging that sometimes, tears are a part of love that doesn't end with saying goodbye. Together, we'll explore ways to embrace these tears not as setbacks, but as part of the rich, emotional landscape of remembering and honoring those who have touched our lives so deeply.
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Today, on National Widows Day, we join hands to honor and uplift the incredible strength and resilience of widows around the globe. This isn't a day of celebration; it's an occasion to recognize and bring light to the hardships many widows endure long after their loss. From navigating financial struggles to coping with loneliness and the ever-changing landscape of grief, widows face challenges that often go unseen. But today, we shine a light on their journeys and commit to creating a more compassionate and supportive community. So, let's stand together in solidarity, honoring the courage and grace of widows everywhere. Your unwavering spirit inspires us all. 💜 In honor of National Widows Day, Hope for Widows Foundation is also happy to share our return of the annual Restoring Hope & Peace Grant financial program for widows. Hope for Widows Foundation is fortunate to offer assistance to FOUR of our widows located in U.S. and/or Canada. The financial grants are to partially ease the financial burden of widowed women as they navigate their healing journey. Link to review the history of the grant, the criteria, details, and to submit your application by May 17, go here: https://hopeforwidows.org/grant/ ***LINK IN BIO*** #nationalwidowsday #nwd2024 #widow #widowhood #restoringhopeandpeacegrant #grief #honor #remember #hopeforwidows #hopeforwidowsfoundation
Hey Grammy. We were out on the boat the other day. Mason loves to drive fast as I’m sure you guessed. It’s getting so hot. remember that Florida summer hot? 🥵 They built a new splash pad and play ground. You would love watching the kids. This is what’s going on. Boy do we miss you. Talk soon. Love your favorite granddaughter :) #grief #grandmother
Hey there! How are you feeling? Be honest with yourself, and tell the truth about your emotional pain. Here are four essential reasons why. 1. Emotional pain is a normal part of living. 2. Permitting yourself and expressing and telling the truth about your feelings begins the healing process. 3. Releasing your grief reduces stress and will improve your overall well-being. 4. Endings are opportunities for new beginnings; be gentle on yourself and release the pain. . . . #lifecoach #griefcoach #grief #education #traumainformed #resilience #alwcoaching #mentalwellness #community #healingwounds #griefjourney #faith #feeltoheal #mental #health
How do we manage during THE worst of times when media and maladapted humans come at you with disregard for your emotional wellbeing? Live with mindfulness and positive action. 🤓I researched “grieving in dysfunctional families”. To follow are results and advice from a peer-reviewed study, “Dysfunctional grieving” (source: Bateman et al. J Psychosoc Nurs Ment Health Serv. 1992 Dec.), and my own action items. Here are some tips for coping with a dysfunctional family during grief: 🔛 Set boundaries: Set limits or separations in relationships. 🔛 Avoid disagreements: Avoid topics that cause conflict. 🔛 Limit contact: Limit interactions with family members who cause problems. 🔛 Put yourself first: Value your emotional needs and well-being. 🔛 Stand up for yourself: Know and stand up for your own rights. 🔛Seek support: Build a new support system. 🔛Practice self-compassion: Speak to yourself in a kind, empathetic, and supportive way. 💪🏼 I’m an action oriented human so here’s what I’ve done so far: ✅ Communciating with maladaptive family member via an attorney. ✅ Lined up grief counseling with a beloved community organization @hospiceofthechesapeake ✅ Grief and PTSD recovery therapy ✅ Exercise ✅ Knowing now is not the time to sign any business or personal contracts without legal counsel ✅ Surrounding myself and leaning into love and support from healthy friends and colleagues ✅ Playing with @izpawzitive and Alexander Ray Lewis Hamilton, aka Hamilton and 🐹 #illgiveyoumore #mothersgrief #thegreatestcureforgriefisaction #grief #mentalhealthawareness #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealthtools
So many people in this world... and yet we can still feel lonely. How ironic!! Sometimes life is hard and it is not easy to know what to do to alleviate the heaviness. Who do you turn to? What helps? Do you have the support you need ? Do you turn to ways to numb the pain or to escape reality? We all need to live a life we don't want to escape from. But how do we do that? We take that first scary step and reach out for help. Being able to talk and to just let everything out without fear of judgment or ridicule is so refreshing and instantly helps my clients feel better. Knowing that they are actually being heard and understood. My clients have brought various issues to me and together we find our way through to happiness and with optimism and courage for the future. I have helped people with loneliness, grief and bereavement, couples and relationships issues, fear, anxiety, overthinking, issues with drinking, physical pain, trauma, even allergies and more. Talking, hypnotherapy, coaching and NLP can all be combined to help address whatever you are struggling with. Please don't struggle on alone, reach out and let's talk x #therapy #hypnotherapy #nlp #freedom #life #lifeunlimited #hope #grief #bereavement #lonliness #confidence #motivation #alcoholfree #af #soberliving #sober #relationships #couplestherapy
I made a wish with A black pen on white paper I shared it with the night sky Asked the stars to help I hope it came true And our love was sent to you Photo taken at @luminateuk @walesbotanic Prompt: wishes. @notfromthisplanetbooks #nftpprompts . . . . #griefpoetry #poems #poetry #grief #babyloss #babylossawareness #poetrycommunity #bereavement #grieving #illustratedpoetry #poetryofinstagram #writersofinstagram #poetryislife #babylosscommunity #poetrylovers #poetsofinstagram #griefjourney #poemsofinstagram #babylosspoetry #poetsofig #instapoet #instapoetry #griefandloss #neonatalloss #grieving #grievingparents #griefislove #infantloss #neonatalloss #childloss
Reaching out to anyone you know who has lost and do a simple check in on them. That small act could mean the world. by the wonderful @murphys_sketches
Looking everywhere we see pain. inside, outside, in the house and in the heart, in silence and in screams. often we don’t see beyond this bubble of pain that grief causes. often what remains may even have lost its value, its meaning, and no, you’re not a terrible person for feeling this way. remember that grief brings feelings that you don’t choose, and this may be one of them. i’d like to invite you to reflect on this today: what keeps you going? what gives you the strength to carry on? these are the big, small, important and essential things that you always need to keep in your heart. what’s left matters. a lot. even if mourning makes you feel this way, be aware that this process happens inside you. hold on to what you have. continue with small steps. don’t mind the speed. embrace what remains. enjoy what remains. hold on to what’s next to you, in front of you. pain is not all you have. remember that. With love, Jemima. #grief #griefandhealing #griefquotes #missyouquotes #griefislove #griefrevolution #griefhurts #grievingmother #grievingdaughter #grievingprocess #grief #missyoueveryday #missyouquotes
Grief, guilt, feeling scared, relief, so many emotions can happen and sometimes all at once. Feelimg overwhelmed sometimes just hits me. I know my cancer is one that usually has multiple relapses but just being able to survive this far has made me both thankful and feel guilty. Sometimes I wonder why others weren't so fortunate and aren't here anymore but I am. I've been in a lot of pain still too with my neuropathy. I don't see palliative care for another week. I let myself feel these emotions so that I can continue to try and be as positive as possible, but sometimes it's just really hard. #cancer #fightcancer #grief #neuropathy
Today would be our parent’s 71st Wedding Anniversary but dad left us December 16, 2020. 💔💫 May his memory and the many years of joy as a couple they shared be a blessing. 🕊🕊🕊Lots of love to our mom, Shirley Ross, today and every day. 🌹🌹🌹🌹A WIDOW’S SHROUD 🥀 A widow’s shroud A sigh out loud A spirit spent A sad lament A lesson learned A name returned A saddened smile A lonesome trial A telling tale A heart that failed A second guess A bitter best A sacred vow A neutered now A widow’s shroud An sob out loud A bitter bite A hold on tight A morbid mess A second guess A grief filled life A sacred sight A saddened smile An endless mile A righteous rite A leftist lite A long goodbye A silent cry An end to us A dream above A widow’s shroud A sun filled cloud An endless mile A lonesome child For OUR Mother Shirley Ross on her fourth anniversary without our father 🥀 🖤🕊 And also for all of us widows living altered lives ©️Cynthia Ross 2021 #awidowsshroud #writing #words #feelings #grief #loss #soulsnaps #soulsnippets #love #deathdays 🥀🙏🏻🕊️🥀🙏🏻🕊️ #foreverconnected #letlovelive #poetry @poets
Before A died, I felt like we would grow old together. Very old. With very little thought or doubt, I felt like living 80 something years was something I was on track to achieve. And then the pain that was diagnosed as an ulcer turned out to be stage 4 pancreatic cancer and A was given 3 to 6 months to live. Just like that. The entire lens through which I viewed life, forever altered 💕 Just like that. We were in Italy eating gelato and not riding gondolas (see about me highlight for that story)…. And 20 days later, we were facing his imminent death. And so now, in my life in the “after”, it is never not on my mind that I could die at anytime. And this isn’t a fact that keeps me up at night. This isn’t existential terror. In fact, I am fully at peace with the idea that one day, my own life will come to an end. Just like that. Just as it did for A. Without fanfare. I am not afraid of death, not anymore at least, but I am afraid of not living fully enough with the short time I have been given. And so, as I was driving to school to pick up my little one, it dawned on me that I no longer feel entitled to a long life. That if I were to wake up with a mysterious pain and given 3 to 6 months to live, that wouldn’t be shocking to me. I almost expect it in some strange way? Or perhaps I am prepared for it now in a way I wasn’t when A was diagnosed. In the face of this complexity, the only thing I can actually control is how I choose to live today. What lies on the other side of my heightened awareness around mortality is this urgency to live 💕 now, today … What do you think of all of this? Let me know 👇🏻 With love, Marie P.S. if you’re living with partner loss & want to preserve some of your meaningful memories in writing, I have a simple and beautiful offering for you Use the link in my bio to have access to 10 profound writing prompts that will allow you to connect to the meaning of your person’s love & life Write your memories is a self paced course for widows - link in bio to get immediate & lifetime access ♥️ #grief #widowsofinstagram #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefquotes
Dear small princess, You were very much with us in our little trip to Athens. Kuya Shaun and I felt your presence every day we were there. You were with us as we found a rose bush growing wild in the Kerameikos, its pink blooms vibrant against the spring sun. You were with us in the Acropolis, and you would have loved learning about the princesses and princes who ruled then. There was a massive Lego diorama in the Acropolis museum which you would have enjoyed playing with and rebuilding in your virtual games. You were with me when I told Kuya Shaun to “Stop being annoying!” although I bet you would’ve laughed and conspired with to create some cute mischief. You would have loved the pink Simpsons ice cream donuts. Thank you for being with us and for protecting us. I miss you, and I can’t wait to take you with me again. I love you, super mucho, Your Super Ate Honey #letterstoladykaye #griefjourney #grief #griefawareness #missyousomuch #missyoueveryday #acropolis #athens #greece #pinkroses #donuts #icecream #lego #yourloveisbetterthanicecream #travelstory #wanderlusttribe #visitathens #visitgreece
Hello Community 🩵 This painting came from a place of deep emotion, guided by my counselor’s advice to channel my grief through art. It represents my mom’s diagnosis with stage four lung cancer. The Lillies represent her spirit and love for life, even in the face of illness. Sitting by her side, feeling powerless yet drawing strength and hope from her courage. 🌺💔 #ArtHeals #MotherDaughterBond #grief #griefjourney #journal
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mom! 🎂 Happy Birthday, Matt! 🎂 Today we say goodbye to Pappy. Beyond grateful for the life he gave me & praying he is at peace.🙏🏻❤️ ‘Til we meet again. 😢
𓇢˖✿𐀪 ꜰɪɴᴅɪɴɢ ɢʀᴀᴄᴇ ɪɴ ɢʀɪᴇꜰ 𐀪✿˖𓇢 Inspired by a poem that I wrote - Vase - full of blue withered flowers. Replaced with a fresh bouquet of hope & desires. Apprehensive at first, but open. Have you ever heard of ‘temporary’ or ‘fleeting’? No? Then, savour every moment. Like Eve, I couldn’t resist the scent of temptation. Doomed to perish... Holding back my tears at the sight of you. Similar to an onion, So many layers to peel, Yet, so little time on my end… Grief & love - forever intertwined. The end - inevitable. Soon, you’ll wither away like the rest… No more writhing in pain, It’s time to hang you up. Preserving every inch of you at the corner of my room. Admiring you from a distance. Grateful, as always. -Sisi Open to different colour variation. Non-repeatable. • • • #findinggrace #grief #tattoosg #abstract #conceptual #flow #human #sticknpoketattoo #flashdesign
Experiencing the loss of a loved one can deeply impact an individual, leading to profound grief, persistent sadness, and potential long-term emotional struggles, which can affect future attachment styles and relationships. Similarly, divorce or separation can cause emotional distress, insecurity, and difficulties in forming trusting relationships, shaping one's perspectives on commitment. Moreover, issues like physical or emotional abuse can result in trauma, low self-esteem, and challenges in trusting others, possibly perpetuating abusive patterns in adulthood. Neglect can lead to emotional and developmental delays, hindering the ability to form healthy relationships or practice self-care. Bullying can cause lasting effects such as low self-esteem and anxiety, influencing social interactions. Witnessing violence can result in trauma and anxiety, potentially leading to behavioral issues or perpetuating violence cycles. These impacts can affect mental health, risk perception, and behavior patterns in the future. #LossOfLovedOne #Grief #Sadness #EmotionalStruggles #Attachment #Relationships #Divorce #Separation #EmotionalDistress #Insecurity #TrustIssues #Commitment #EmotionalAbuse #Trauma #SelfEsteem #AbusivePatterns #Neglect #DevelopmentalDelays #SelfCare #Bullying #LowSelfEsteem #Anxiety #Depression . . . Save this post as a reminder. Tag someone who needs to see this. Drop two ❤️❤️ if this helped you in some way. . . #Psychology #tapasvisuryaman #psychologisttapasvisuryaman