Coping with the Winter Blues: Grief, Comfort, and Self-CareWinter can be a challenging season, especially when you’re grieving. The shorter days, colder temperatures, and tendency to stay indoors can intensify feelings of isolation and sadness. In this episode of the Moving Grief Podcast, Jason Wendroff-Rawnicki and I explore how winter affects grief and offer practical
Play video on YouTube or Stream Below. Click the three dots to the left to download. Grief doesn’t mean saying goodbye to love—it means finding new ways to keep it alive. This guided visualization helps you step into your heart space, where your connection remains unbroken. It’s a way to honor your love, feel their
Grief is heavy, unpredictable, and deeply personal. It can feel overwhelming, making even simple self-care routines seem impossible. But what if grief support didn’t have to feel like work? What if small, meaningful rituals and even moments of laughter could help you navigate the tough days?In this episode of the Moving Grief Podcast, Jason Wendroff-Rawnicki
Grief can feel like an endless storm—waves of sadness, longing, and even numbness pulling us in different directions. During these moments, tending to our emotional and physical needs becomes vital, but self-care isn’t one-size-fits-all. By recognizing our unique personality needs—the core motivators that drive how we feel connected and fulfilled—we can create self-care practices that
Valentine’s Day is often portrayed as a greeting card holiday, with commercials about chocolate, happy couples, and candlelit dinners. For those who are grieving, however, this national holiday can feel like a tsunami of grief rather than a celebration of love. Whether you’ve lost a romantic partner, beloved family member, or dear friend, the feelings
Grieving is an inevitable part of the human experience, but navigating the grieving process can feel overwhelming. During this difficult time, practicing self-care is not only beneficial but essential to easing the burden of loss. Grief can affect every aspect of your well-being, from your physical health to your emotional resilience. While it may feel
What is a Death Anniversary?A death anniversary—sometimes called an angelversary, trauma anniversary, anniversary of loss, or anniversary of death—is the yearly remembrance of the day someone died. These annual anniversaries often bring a surge of emotions, known as anniversary reactions, which may include sadness, longing, or even physical symptoms like fatigue, tension, or anxiety. It’s not
When you’re grieving, the New Year is not about pushing yourself harder; it’s about survival, self-compassion, and creating space for healing. The start of a new year often feels like a blank slate, but when you’re grieving, this “fresh start” can feel like an overwhelming reminder of the life you’ve lost. Traditional New Year’s resolutions—focused on
The At-Home New Year’s Eve Grief Retreat Schedule Is Below. Get The Full Playlist When You Join Awaken Online Grief Support. As the New Year’s Eve countdown ball drops, it may feel as though your grieving heart drops too. While many people welcome the clean slate of the New Year, those of us who lost a loved
The holidays can amplify the ache of grief, but through compassion meditations, you can create a space for healing, self-kindness, and connection—even in the midst of loss.Why It’s Okay Not to Feel Joyful During the HolidaysThe holiday season can amplify the ache of grief. While the world sparkles with festivities, you might feel a stark
Grief during the holidays creates a perfect storm where joyous memories crash against reality and expectations. This emotional clash can be especially tough when the person grieving is a child. Parents and caregivers may wonder how to balance the holiday spirit while honoring the complexity of grief. Supporting a child through holiday grief isn’t about making
The holiday season is often described as a time of joy, but for many bereaved people, it can be a difficult time filled with overwhelming grief. Facing your first Christmas without a loved one is an emotionally challenging time, marked by a combination of feelings—from deep sadness and longing to moments of peace and even
Christmas is a season of memories—both joyful and bittersweet. When you’re grieving the loss of someone special, holiday traditions, festive lights, and family gatherings may shine a spotlight on their absence. While grief can make the holiday season feel heavy, it can also be a meaningful opportunity to honor your loved one and keep their
