Self-esteem. Insecurity. Doubt. Just the mention of these words can make us think of a very specific time in our life. Perhaps the teenage years or young adulthood – when how you feel about yourself and your place in the world can be so uncertain. But as time goes on and you settle into your […]
If you’re wondering how to rebuild your life after someone dies, you’re not alone. Loss can shatter routines, disrupt your sense of identity, and make everyday tasks feel overwhelming. In this episode (23) of The GRIEF Ladies Podcast, Karyn Arnold and Kelly Daugherty are joined by grief counselor and hospice expert Kat Farace to explore […]
Perfectionists. People Pleasers. Some will immediately relate to these labels, and some maybe not so much. Yet most people I work with exhibit at least some of these traits, whether they are consciously aware of it or not. For the perfectionists, it may come as an almost badge of honor. A commitment they’ve made to […]
Grief is often described as heartbreak, sadness, or longing. But for many grieving individuals, one of the most confusing and distressing experiences is feeling emotionally unsafe after a loss. People often say things like: “I don’t feel like myself anymore. I don’t even know who I am.” “Everything feels harder than it used to.” “I […]
If sleep has felt impossible since someone died, you’re not imagining it. Many grieving people struggle with sleep issues, either falling asleep, staying asleep, or both, even if they’ve never had sleep problems before. You might feel exhausted all day, only to lie awake at night. Your mind replays conversations. The house feels too quiet. […]
Why grief feels exhausting… and what helps Have you noticed grief makes everyday tasks feel harder? You may feel:• Mentally drained• Emotionally overwhelmed• Socially exhausted• Physically tired You are not imagining this. Grief requires a huge amount of nervous system energy. Many grieving people worry:“I should be able to handle more.” But grief is heavy. […]
Grief often pulls our focus to the death, what happened, what was lost, and what we are missing. But many grieving people wonder: How can I stay connected to my loved one? I don’t want to forget them- what should I do? How do I honor my loved one? How do I remember them in […]
Grief changes everything—but you don’t have to feel stuck or powerless. In this video, The GRIEF Ladies share 5 actionable steps you can take after loss, based on our GRIEF framework: Grounding • Rebuilding • Interacting • Evolving • Finding This compilation features insights from five powerful guest conversations on the GRIEF Ladies Podcast, offering […]
Many people quietly wonder: Why does this still hurt so much? Shouldn’t I be feeling better by now? Is something wrong with me? Why am I still grieving years later? There’s a lot of pressure in our culture to “be okay” after a certain amount of time. But grief doesn’t follow a calendar or timeline. […]
Grief is not just emotional. It affects your thoughts, your behaviors, your body, and sometimes your spiritual or existential beliefs. Many people are surprised by how physical grief feels. If you’re wondering whether what you’re experiencing is normal, you’re not alone. Grief Is More Than Sadness People often expect grief to feel like sadness. But […]
