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Learning to live again after years of being in crisis mode Sometimes survival mode lasts so long that we mistake it for who we are. There was a time in my life when I did not realize I was living in survival mode. I thought I was just being responsible. I thought I was…
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Finding light when life feels busy, messy, and stretched thin. Life is still a little crazy over here. Baseball season is in full swing, which means evenings at the ballfield almost every night, quick dinners, laundry piles that somehow multiply on their own, and trying to keep up with all the moving pieces of…
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and why I’m still showing up. There are weeks where everything feels like too much. This was one of those weeks for me. I was sick. Completely drained.No energy to do the things I normally handle without thinking. And in that quiet, frustrating space… a thought crept in: “You’re not doing enough.”“You’re falling behind.”“You’re…
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If you’re tired of being strong, rest here awhile. Have you ever felt exhausted…but not just physically? The kind of tired that sleep doesn’t fix.The kind that sits in your chest, your thoughts, your body. That’s not weakness.That’s grief. Grief doesn’t just show up as sadness.It shows up as fatigue. Brain fog. Irritability. Disconnection.A…
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Shedding Light on Overlooked Healing Journeys Lately, I’ve been reflecting on a group that is so often overlooked in the grief process: men. Society sometimes expects men to “be strong” or keep emotions tucked away, but the truth is, loss touches everyone—and men deserve the same compassion, support, and understanding as anyone else on…
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Children experience grief long before they have the words to explain it. While we often associate grief with death, kids can grieve any loss—big or small—because grief is really the experience of something changing that they didn’t choose. This newsletter offers gentle education and practical support for guardians, caregivers, and anyone who loves a…
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Now available for purchase on Etsy. Guided Journal for grief. More to come!! Link listed below: https://overabundanceoflight.etsy.com
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Understanding Grief in Children Grief is a complex emotional response that can manifest differently depending on a child’s age and developmental stage. Young children often perceive loss in a concrete manner; their understanding is typically superficial, initially interpreting death as separation without grasping its permanence. As they grow, children begin to develop a more…
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Understanding Grief During the Holidays The holiday season often brings a heightened sense of emotional complexity for individuals coping with bereavement. The contrasting feelings of joy and sorrow can create a challenging environment for those who are navigating the loss of a loved one. During this period, memories tied to holiday traditions—such as family…