Forest Bathing: How Nature Connection Helps Heal Grief
Forest bathing—or shinrin-yoku—offers gentle, evidence-backed support for grief. Learn how time in nature can ease the weight of loss, and how to begin.
Moving from pain to perspective
Forest bathing—or shinrin-yoku—offers gentle, evidence-backed support for grief. Learn how time in nature can ease the weight of loss, and how to begin.
author: Tali Beesley, IGC, EWC, MLS Grief support groups—whether in person or online—can offer something that individual therapy and personal support networks…
Not sure which grief therapy type is right for you? This guide breaks down the most effective approaches—from CBT to somatic therapy—so you can find the support that fits.
Can't cry after a loss? Emotional numbness is a real and valid grief response. Learn why it happens and find gentle ways to process grief when the tears won't come.
When we talk about grief, it’s important to recognize that it often involves more than just sadness. Guilt is a frequent visitor during the grieving process, whether it’s about things we did or didn’t do before our loved one passed. For instance, deciding to remove life support can leave family members questioning their decisions and feeling responsible for their loved one's death, which manifests as guilt.
Journaling is a simple yet powerful tool that can help you manage your grief. This guide provides prompts tailored to different kinds of loss, helping you explore your emotions safely and with compassion. Whether you’re dealing with the death of a parent, partner, or child, or wrestling with complicated feelings like anger or guilt, these prompts are designed to support you as you navigate your grief journey.
Grief is a profoundly personal experience, unique to each individual. One way to navigate this complex journey is by creating a ritual grief box, a physical space to hold and honor memories. This practice can offer comfort and a structured way to connect with the emotions of loss. In this post, we’ll explore what a grief box is, why it can be helpful, and how to create your own as part of your grieving process.
Here is a simple three-card spread designed to help you reflect on your connection with your loved one and explore your current emotional landscape.
Yes. Yes yes yes. You’re angry. And maybe you’re surprised by that (especially if you had a mostly harmonious relationship with the person you’ve lost). But you are, and I’m here to tell you that it’s a very normal part of grieving. But what the F are you supposed to do about it?