Some relationships are not meant to stay in our daily lives. They arrive for a season (sometimes a short one) and yet they leave a lasting impression. A mentor who guided you at a crucial moment. A colleague you worked closely with on a project that mattered to you. A medical … [Read more...] about when a connection is only a chapter
hidden grief
when the ground shifts
There are seasons when the world feels noisier than usual. Not just busy — but unstable. You may find yourself waking up with the background hum of tension. Scanning headlines. Listening differently. Questioning things you once assumed were dependable. Trust in people, … [Read more...] about when the ground shifts
when a calling changes shape
For a long time, I believed I knew what I was becoming. Not just what I would do, but who I would be. While I was finishing my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, I experienced a traumatic injury that changed my life. What followed were years of physical therapy and several surgeries. … [Read more...] about when a calling changes shape
grieving the diagnosis and losing the life you thought you’d live
A diagnosis of chronic illness or a life-altering injury doesn’t just affect your physical body — it can shake the foundation of everything you believed your future would look like. You mourn not just the symptoms but the life you had planned: the travels you imagined, the career goals you … [Read more...] about grieving the diagnosis and losing the life you thought you’d live
meaning-making doesn’t mean explaining away the loss
There’s a common misunderstanding about meaning in grief. Many people assume that finding meaning means figuring out why something happened — explaining the loss, reframing it, or turning it into a lesson. And when no explanation comes, it can feel like failure. Like grief has stalled … [Read more...] about meaning-making doesn’t mean explaining away the loss
journaling for grief when the loss is unseen
When Loss is Unseen Most people can’t tell you’re grieving. You’re still showing up. Still functioning. Still doing what needs to be done. But inside, something has shifted — and you’re carrying it quietly. When loss isn’t clearly recognized, grief often doesn’t have an obvious … [Read more...] about journaling for grief when the loss is unseen
