Grief & Loss Surrounding Spiritual & Religious Trauma
Spiritual and religious experiences can bring meaning, connection, and belonging, but they can also involve grief, loss, conflict, or harm. What happens when faith, spiritual practices, or a once-supportive community become sources of distress? This reflection explores spiritual and religious trauma, the complexities of questioning beliefs and identity, and the role of art, creativity, and authentic expression in navigating these experiences. Whether you remain connected to a faith community, are questioning your beliefs, or are finding a new sense of belonging, there is room to explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion.
To Rest: Grief and Loss Are Labor
Grief and loss take significant time, energy, and patience. Rest is part of that work—not as idleness or an escape from life, but as a slower, steadier way of making room for what is being carried. Explore physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of rest and how choosing rest can become part of working through grief and loss.