The Haunted Hallows of Loss
Grief and loss are not solely about death, dying, and bereavement. Loss takes many forms, and grief can be complicated, mysterious, painful, bittersweet, and even absurd. Sometimes the work of grief is learning how to keep living while carrying what has been lost.
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.
A Father's Day Love Letter to Fathers and the Fatherless
For many, Father's Day is more than a celebration—it is also a reminder of loss, longing, and complex family experiences. This compassionate reflection explores the many faces of fatherhood, honors fathers and father figures, and offers support for those carrying grief during Father's Day and beyond.
Why Grief Can Be Difficult To Put Into Words
Grief is not only emotional—it can also be physical, relational, and deeply sensory. When words feel limited or unavailable, creative expression can offer another way to explore and understand loss. This post explores how art therapy provides space for grief to be expressed through images, sensations, and symbolic meaning when language alone is not enough.
To Grieve Is To Love
To grieve is to love. Grief and loss are not limited to death and can emerge through changing relationships, life transitions, identity shifts, and other meaningful experiences. This reflection explores how loss creates space and why grief often reflects what has mattered most.