Welcome to The Journey to Healing Blog
Expert Advice on Grief, Coping and Navigating LifeTransitions
On this blog, I share stories and insights on navigating loss, overcoming grief through transitional times, and moving through challenging seasons of life.
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- 24 Hour Philosophy
- Addiction Grief
- Addiction Recovery
- Aging & Mindset
- Ambiguous Grief
- Anticipatory Grief
- Authentic Living
- Caregiver Burnout Support
- Caregiver Grief
- Caregiver Identity Loss
- Caregiving Support
- Childhood Grief
- Children and Loss
- Communication skills
- Deservability
- Difficult Conversations
- Emotional Healing
- Emotional healing
- Family Traditions
- Fear of Unknown
- Grief & Emotional Wellness
- Grief & Fear
- Grief & Hope
- Grief Support Tools
- Grief and Addiction
- Grief and the Body
- Grief before Loss
- Grief recovery
- Grief stages for Children
- Grieving a spouse
- Growth mindset
- Happiness starts here
- Healing for Caregivers
- Healing through Grief
- Holiday stress
- Inner wisdom
- Intuition vs Intellect
- Isolation when grieving
- Living Authentically
- Living in the Present
- Living with Purpose
- Loss of Cat
- Loss of Dog
- Loss of Job
- Loss of Loved One
- Loss of Self
- Loss of a Spouse
- Loss of identity
- Mental Health Awareness
- Mindfulness & Grief
“Loving Someone in Recovery: Balancing Grief and Hope”
Loving someone in recovery often means carrying both grief and hope at the same time. Families preparing for milestones—like an anniversary or holiday—may feel torn between excitement for the moment and fear of what could go wrong. This tension isn’t weakness; it’s a normal response to the uncertainty that recovery brings. In this week’s blog, I explore the psychology behind this emotional paradox and share ways to care for yourself while supporting your loved one’s journey.
3 minute read
“Beyond the Role of Caregiver: Remembering Who You Are”
Caring for a loved one can be one of life’s greatest gifts—and its greatest challenges. Many caregivers discover that while they give their heart, time, and energy to others, they lose sight of themselves. This week’s article explores the hidden grief of caregiving, shares a touching story of one daughter’s journey, and offers gentle, practical ways to reclaim your identity, relieve guilt, and create treasured memories along the way.
3 minute read
“The Long Shadow of Childhood Mother Loss”
The loss of a mother during childhood shapes a person in ways that aren't always obvious—until years or decades later. Whether due to death, abandonment, or emotional absence, losing your mother too soon can leave behind a silent grief that echoes through adulthood. In this blog, we explore what it means to heal that early loss, reconnect with the parts of you that still need nurturing, and find peace in a story that was interrupted far too early.
5 minute read
“Rebuilding After the Loss of a Spouse – Finding Your New Identity”
Losing a spouse can feel like losing a part of yourself—the rhythm of your days, the shared dreams, the quiet moments that once brought comfort. In the wake of such loss, it’s common to feel unmoored, unsure of how to begin again. This blog explores the tender process of rebuilding—not by “moving on,” but by gently finding your footing in a life forever changed. Together, we’ll look at ways to carry love forward, create new meaning, and rediscover moments of peace, one small step at a time.
3 minute read
“Late Summer Blues – When Grief Feels Heavier in the Heat”
As the sun blazes and the world seems to be in full bloom, grief can feel especially out of place—and unbearably heavy.
Late summer, with its long days and slow rhythms, can stir deep emotions. The warmth may bring back memories of people no longer here, or intensify the ache of what’s missing. In this post, we explore why grief can feel more intense during the heat of late summer—and how to navigate the emotional weight it brings.
3 minute read PLUS downloadable 7 Calming Practices PDF
“Grieving Someone Still Alive – The Pain of Addiction”
Learn how to navigate ambiguous grief when addiction has changed your loved one—and how to support your healing without losing hope.
5 minute read
“The Silent Weight of Caregiving – Grieving Before Goodbye”
Caregiving often begins with love, but over time, it can quietly usher in grief long before a final goodbye. This kind of loss—slow, invisible, and deeply personal—is rarely talked about. In this blog, we explore the silent sorrow caregivers carry as they witness their loved ones fade, and offer gentle ways to honor that grief along the way.
4 minute read
“The Physicality of Grief: How Loss Lives in the Body”
Discover how grief impacts your body as much as your heart. Learn the physical symptoms, why they happen, and how to care for yourself during this season of loss.
5 minute read
“Helping Children Navigate Grief: Understanding, Supporting, and Healing”
Learn how to support grieving children at different ages, understand re-grief, childhood traumatic grief, and get tips for explaining death compassionately.
4 minute read
“The Fine Line Between Solitude and Isolation in Grief: How to Navigate Both”
Solitude can be a place of healing—or a trap of isolation.💔
In grief, the line between the two can blur quickly. This blog explores how to recognize when being alone stops serving you—and how to gently reach for connection without guilt or pressure.
5 minute read
“🐾 Honoring Pet Loss: Normalizing Grief and Finding Hope Again”
Not sure if you're healing through grief? Here are subtle signs you may be healing—plus tips, stats, and encouragement for your journey.
5 minute read
“Healing Through Grief: How to Tell It’s Happening Even When It Doesn’t Feel Like It”
Not sure if you're healing through grief? Here are subtle signs you may be healing—plus tips, stats, and encouragement for your journey.
5 minute read
“Learning to Receive: Worthiness in the Wake of Grief“
Grief can make you question everything—including your own worth. This blog explores how to reconnect with your sense of worthiness while grieving, even when you feel broken, guilty, or not enough. Learn gentle mindset shifts and compassionate practices to help you remember: your worth was never lost.
5 minute read
“How to Move Forward When You’re Stuck in Grief or Life “
Grief can feel like being stuck in a fog with no clear path forward. Discover compassionate ways to shift focus, reconnect with your inner self, and begin healing.
3 minute read
“Intuition vs Intellect: Tapping Into the Wisdom Beyond Logic “ (Especially in Grief)
Feeling stuck in grief or transition? Learn how to tap into your intuition when logic falls short, and discover the quiet wisdom that leads the way forward.
5 minute read
“The Illusion of Failure: Redefining Loss and Response”
In this blog, we explore the illusion of failure through the lens of grief, a reminder that life’s losses—whether a job, relationship, or dream—don’t define our worth. Grief is not a sign of failure, but a natural response to change and disappointment. Drawing from inspiring stories of public figures who overcame adversity, we highlight the power of emotional resilience and the importance of separating identity from outcome. Whether you’re coping with loss, navigating uncertainty, or seeking grief support, this piece encourages you to shift your perspective: true success lies in how you respond to grief, not whether you avoid it.
5 minute read
“When Grief Doesn’t Let Go: Understanding Complicated Grief”
Complicated grief is a form of deep, persistent mourning that doesn't ease with time and may even intensify, affecting your daily life and emotional well-being. Unlike typical bereavement, prolonged grief can feel like you're stuck in an unending cycle of sadness, guilt, or emotional numbness. If you’re struggling to find relief after a significant loss, grief counseling can provide the tools and grief support you need to begin your grief recovery journey. Recognizing the signs of complicated grief is the first step toward healing—and you don’t have to go through it alone.
5 minute read
“Self Acceptance - The key to Happiness”
Practicing self-acceptance is one of the most powerful ways to increase happiness and well-being. In a world obsessed with perfection and comparison, embracing who you truly are can help reduce anxiety, improve mental health, and create lasting emotional resilience. Let go of self-doubt, stop comparing, and reconnect with your self-worth—the key to personal growth and authentic happiness.
5 minute read
“Age Is an Illusion: Embracing Life Beyond Numbers”
Is age just a number? In this blog, we explore the illusion of aging and how mindset, lifestyle, and emotional well-being play a bigger role than the number of candles on your cake. Discover how shifting your perspective can help you stay vibrant, resilient, and engaged at any stage of life. Whether you're navigating midlife transitions, embracing personal growth, or redefining what it means to age, this article will inspire you to break free from societal limitations.
Age Is an Illusion: Embracing Life Beyond Numbers
5 minute read
“Walking Through Fear: Embracing the Unknown for Growth and Healing”
What are you afraid of… make a list. The Ego tells you to be afraid of the unknown. The problem is that moving through the unknown is how we grow and everything we have not yet experienced is the unknown.
Thus, the question, what are you afraid of? Your greatest gifts will flow through you as you move through fear and let love guide you. If your life/relationship/job/career/friendship falls apart, ask yourself, what is the gift? How can I take this moment as a gift and be open to change? Whether we’re navigating big life choices or processing grief after loss, learning to walk through fear is essential for healing and progress.
Walking Through Fear
3 minute read