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Finding Hope in Lament: My Journey Through Grief and Healing
Lament isn’t simply sadness—it’s a way of bringing my raw, unfiltered heart to God. When my son Bryan died, I had no language for my grief. Over time, God patiently taught me that lament is not a sign of weak faith, but the faith to bring every question, ache, and tear to Him.
- Blog, Christian World View, Coping Strategies, Faith and Healing, Grief and Loss, Learning in Grief, Rebuild Series
Shoeboxing: A Gentle Way to Hold Your Grief
Shoeboxing is a simple, faith-filled grief exercise that helps you process one piece of loss at a time. It gives sorrow a place to rest and invites you to find peace and hope in God’s gentle care.
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Small Actions That Make a Big Difference in Grief
Caring for someone in grief doesn’t require grand gestures — small, thoughtful actions can provide comfort and hope. Learn how to Check In, Ask, Remember, and Engage to show love well.
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Finding Your People in Times of Grief
When loss shatters your world, it truly takes a village to find your way through. No one can carry grief alone. Healing happens in community—with “Bucket,” “Pitcher,” and “Thimble” people who listen, support, and help you breathe again. Discover how to find your village of support in grief—and why connection brings hope.
- Blog, Coping Strategies, Grief and Loss, Mental Health, Mind Body Connection, Rebuild Series, What Influences Grief
Trapped in the Grief Roundabout: Finding a Way Out
Grief rumination can feel like being trapped in a roundabout—circling painful memories, regrets, and “what ifs.” Learn what grief roundabouts are, common triggers that keep us stuck in grief, and practical ways to step out of the loop and begin moving toward healing.
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How Grief Affects Your Body, Mind, and Emotions
Grief doesn’t just touch the heart—it impacts your body, mind, and emotions in surprising ways. Here’s what I’ve learned about these responses and simple tools to help calm them.
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Feeling Stuck in Grief? Five Signs and How to Move Forward
Grief can leave you feeling stuck—circling in despair, denial, or distraction. In this post, I share the “Five D’s” of being stuck in grief and practical steps to move forward. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting your loved one; it means honoring their memory by learning how to live again, one small step at a time.
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Stepping Into a New Language – Learning to Speak Grief
Grief is like learning a new language—messy, exhausting, and often overwhelming. In this post, I share the first guiding principle from the Rebuild: Finding Life After Loss workshop: “Everything is normal. Not everything is helpful. Do helpful things.” Discover practical ways to notice unhelpful patterns, take small healing steps, and find support for your own grief journey.
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Pregnancy After Loss: The Tension Between Fear and Hope
Pregnancy after loss is different. It’s filled with anxiety, trauma triggers, and a cautious kind of hope. In this post, I share my own story—losing my first son and navigating a subsequent pregnancy—and offer insights, support, and tools to help others on a similar path.
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Is A Grief Group Right For Me Right Now?
Wondering if you’re ready to join a grief support group? Explore six key questions that reveal whether this step could help you right now—or later on your journey.
