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The Struggle to Relate: Life After Loss Mar 12, 2024

 

In the wake of my daughters passing, the world I knew became a foreign landscape. Amidst the pain, I noticed a chasm growing between me and those I once felt close to. People around me  discussed mundane things – office politics, weekend plans, weather, latest TV shows –...

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The Circles of Grief Mar 05, 2024

One question I often encounter in my work as a coach is, “How do I know who to turn to for support?” or “I don’t know how to support my sister, because I feel my grief is stronger, but how can I tell her?” These questions, and many others like them, are all too...

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Embracing resilience with fresh eyes Feb 13, 2024

Hello, beloved readers. Today, I want to share with you a personal journey that has profoundly shaped my life and mission. It's a story of transformation – from profound grief to empowering resilience.

The Fateful Day: The journey began on a fateful day in February 2018, when my world was...

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When Good Intentions Get Lost in Translation: Navigating the Delicate Dance of Perception Oct 03, 2023

“We judge ourselves by our intentions and others by their behavior.” - Stephen M.R. Covey

In the silent hallways of our minds, we often believe that our intentions echo clearly. We presume that our heartfelt messages, especially during moments of vulnerability like consoling someone...

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Celebrating Allia: Embracing Joy Amidst Grief Sep 26, 2023

 

Today holds profound significance for our family. It's Allia's birthday. She would've been blowing out seven candles on her cake, laughing and playing by our side, surrounded by love, if fate hadn't decided differently.

 

 

A Bitter Sweet Birthday

Instead, each year on this day,...

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Understanding Grief in Children: How It Differs from Adults Jul 25, 2023

Grief—an emotion universally experienced yet uniquely processed by each of us. It's particularly complex in children, and this complexity has touched my life in profound ways. As a child, I experienced deep grief. As a mother even worse, but now at the same time I'm also helping my daughter...

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