Take time is a big part of coming alive. With this, I don't mean 'sit back and wait'. Quite contrary to the belief 'Time heals all wounds' I want to tell you that it's not time that heals but what you DO in that time. Standing at the side of the highway with a flat tyre and waiting won't get it … [Read more...]
Downton Abbey Grief Theory Part 2
What does Downton Abbey have to do with Grief Theories? This article is not about Downton Abbey per se but shows examples of what we see and hear in mainstream TV shows, the things that get taught and what we come to believe about grief. Not all the statements are 'bad' as you will see but some … [Read more...]
On Coming Alive – 5 Things To Know When You’re Facing Challenges Right Now
At the beginning of the year, I received a message from Lexi Behrnt, a fellow loss mum, asking me to join a new project, she was putting together on her website Scribbles & Crumbs. I had been aware of Lexi's spirit, her way of crafting with words, her fierceness in healing from the loss of her … [Read more...]
Downton Abbey Grief Theory Part 1
What does Downton Abbey have to do with Grief Theories? This article is not about Downton Abbey per se but shows examples of what we see and hear in mainstream TV shows, the things that get taught and what we come to believe about grief. Not all the statements are 'bad' as you will see but some … [Read more...]
Why Grievers Are Often Misunderstood
Recently, in one week 80% of my arrangements to meet up with friends got cancelled. Not by me. I was utterly disappointed. Maybe I’m a highly sensitive person, or perhaps I simply get easily disappointed. So when I inquired into one specific cancellation, which happened to be with another … [Read more...]
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