
Welcome to The Journey to Healing Blog
By Bren Bell (Coach & Counselor)
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
- Aging & Mindset
- Anticipatory Grief
- Authentic Living
- Communication skills
- Difficult Conversations
- Emotional healing
- Fear of Unknown
- Grief & Fear
- Growth mindset
- Happiness starts here
- Holiday stress
- Living Authentically
- Living in the Present
- Living with Purpose
- Loss of Job
- Loss of Loved One
- Loss of Self
- Loss of identity
- Mental Health Awareness
- Mindfulness & Grief
- Mindset Shift
- Myths and Beliefs
- Overcoming Fear
- Personal Growth
- Rediscover Yourself after Loss
- Rediscovering yourself
- Relationships & Connection
- Release Negativity
- SUD grief
- Self Acceptance
- Self refleciton
- Setting goals
- Social Media and Connections
- True self
- You are enough
- addiction grief
- articles
- distractions & grief
- family grief
- grief and loss
- grief and winter blues
- grief avoidance
- holiday grief
- post-holiday blues
- quotes
- surviving winter
- tips
- winter blues

“Communication Styles & The Art of Critical Conversations”
Navigating critical conversations can be challenging, especially when emotions run high or communication feels blocked. Whether it’s addressing workplace conflicts, setting boundaries in relationships, or tackling difficult discussions with loved ones, knowing how to communicate effectively is essential.
In this blog, we’ll explore different communication styles, how to approach difficult conversations with confidence, and strategies to ensure productive, meaningful dialogue—even when the other person is unresponsive. Learn how to improve active listening, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution skills to foster deeper connections and create the best possible outcomes in any conversation.
Communication Styles & The Art of Critical Conversations
5 minute read

“The Myths We Tell Ourselves: Unraveling the Stories That Shape Us”
Are the stories you tell yourself holding you back? Explore how myths shape our beliefs, the impact of confirmation bias, and how to rewrite limiting narratives. Drawing on insights from Carl Jung and Brené Brown, this blog helps you question personal myths, identify self-imposed barriers, and step into an empowered, authentic life. Learn how to recognize false beliefs and create a story that aligns with who you truly are.
So, what myths are you telling yourself? And more importantly—are they shaping you into the person you want to be?
The Myths We Tell Ourselves: Unraveling the Stories That Shape Us
5 minute read