Strategies for Handling Triggering Events

As widow/ers, we are at times unexpectedly confronted with events that spontaneously trigger undesired emotions. These “triggering events” can be social in nature, such as attending a holiday party or meeting friends at a restaurant. Triggering events can be initiated by hearing a particular song or handling a specific item of clothing. The common denominator […]

Rippling Through Grief

How do I move? What do I think? What is next? Will we be okay? I had a dear friend’s mother say that after her daughter was tragically hit by a truck and died. We were a family of 5, now we are a family of 4. I kept playing that over and over in […]

The Seed of Gratitude

Developing Gratitude Amid Profound Despair When you’re engulfed by fear, anger, depression, or any combination of these emotions, feeling grateful can seem impossible. In the depths of despair, finding something to be grateful for feels out of reach. Yet, cultivating gratitude is crucial for moving forward. Here are some thoughts on why and how to […]