When speaking with a person who has recently lost a loved one to a long illness, I often hear them say “I’m just relieved that she’s gone.” And this statement is almost certainly followed with something like: “It’s just that she was suffering for such a long time. I love my mom, but for those […]
Lazy. Such a strange word in the way that it can be used so differently throughout our lives. A lazy coworker or teenager can be a terrible source of frustration but a lazy Sunday can be one of our greatest joys. In grief, I find it works a little differently. So often I speak with […]
Have you ever wondered if it’s okay to still feel close to someone who has died? If holding onto their memory somehow means you’re not healing — or moving on the “right” way? You are not alone. And the answer might surprise you. In this powerful episode (24) of the GRIEF Ladies Podcast, licensed clinical […]
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 […]
