Why “Discovering Life in Loss”?
Difficult and honest conversations about loss
and the resulting grief often only happen
immediately after the death of someone close to us.
Yet, the grief lasts much longer.
It comes and goes in waves.
And we find ourselves alone.
We all experience, and seek to find ways
through, multiple changes and losses
throughout our lives.
These include:
End of a friendship
Empty nest
Moving
Infertility, stillbirth, miscarriage
Climate change
Estrangement from a family member
Job loss
Changes that accompany aging
Dreams and hopes for the future
Pet loss
The “next step” and what is left behind
Divorce
Increased physical limitations
Loss of sense of security
Caring for someone with a long-term illness,
such as dementia, ALS, Alzheimer’s, cancer
And the losses go on…
If you are grieving,
or you’re walking with
someone who is, we can all
benefit from One-on-One,
or Group Conversations.
Childcare
Schools
Healthcare
Churches
Workplace
Family & Friends
Grief can make us feel like we are the only one with difficult emotions. And so we struggle to learn how to navigate the days by ourselves.
As a follower of Jesus, I am reminded that Jesus wept at the tomb of a friend. He sat with those who were suffering. He was broken by injustice. He showed that what was, is not all there is.
Jesus also reminds us that our experiences are not for us alone. They are stepping stones holding a deep compassion for those who are broken and hurting. It is the example of Jesus that draws me to create space for those who need reminding that there is life after loss.
When I sit down with someone, and they begin telling their story, it is my hope they feel safe and held. That they will know they are not alone in their grief.