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Offerings:
Personal - Private Conversation
I know firsthand how devastating and overwhelming loss can be. When my son Jason was murdered, my entire world turned upside down – suddenly, nothing made sense, and I felt powerless to change what had happened. Over time, I’ve come to realize that some things in life are simply beyond our control. Sometimes, life just happens to us, no matter how hard we try to hold things together. But here’s what I’ve also discovered: with a shift in perspective, even the hardest moments that seem to be working against us, can eventually work for us, shaping who we become in positive ways.
If you’re carrying grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck, or just want to talk with someone who truly gets it, let’s talk. I invite you to spend 30-45 minutes with me. Let’s have a real conversation about grief and what you’re going through– no judgment, no expectations, just honest sharing and support. Sometimes talking with someone who’s walked a similar path can make all the difference in the world.
Are you ready to chat? I’d love to connect and hear your story. Let’s talk grief …just you and me.
The Book
Excerpt ~ The Journey Begins:
"It is the day before Mother's Day, the skies are a beautiful, serene blue. The clouds drifting leisurely to that nowhere place that clouds go. The sun is shining somewhere unseen except for the warmth and radiance. A gentle breeze is blowing soft and delicate. I love this time of the day as I sit on the back porch easing into it as I often do. I make plans about what I will add to the back yard. Tomorrow's Mother's Day. I'll get a card from Steven, I always do, he's thoughtful like that. Of course, he'll call and Jake [Jason] too. I wonder what Jake's doing, probably asleep. It's only 8:00 in Tacoma. Life is good ... then the phone rings ... "
Excerpt ~ Faith:
Let me tell you something about faith, faith is what you have when your baby boy walks away from this life, and you know you will never see his smile again. You will never hear his voice ask the question "ma, what cha doin?"
Faith is what you stand on when you want to die but you know you can't because Steven, his brother, simply would not understand. Faith is the rock of ages, the tears that won't stop ... coming. Faith is when you don't know where you are, who you are, why you are. Faith is the rock that binds you to a world so callous and so uncaring that it didn't stop when your baby died. Don't tell me about faith ... let me tell you ... because somehow still ... I'm standing."
This book is a companion for anyone who’s grieving. An excellent book that takes you on an amazing journey of empowerment. It will make you cry in your silence and laugh out loud when you’re awakened. It offers gentle wisdom for the hardest days, and practical tips on what to say (and what not to say) when someone you care about is grieving. Purchase the book and come with me as I surrender to the experience of loss and resurrection. I will share with you an inevitable experience, a healing balm of wisdom, courage and forgiveness. Purchase a copy for yourself, if not for you, gift it to someone else that you know is grieving and could use some support.
Conversations with Grief:
Bringing Educational and Transformative Conversation to Your Organization.
Many of us are grieving – and don't know that we're grieving – simply because we don’t talk about it. But we should.
As a trainer/speaker, I offer engaging, interactive sessions designed to open up honest conversations about grief and healing in a safe, supportive environment. These aren’t your typical lectures; each two-hour session blends lively group discussions and practical learning in a safe and supportive environment, giving participants the chance to share, reflect, and connect.
Attendees will have access to experiential learning opportunities that promote a deeper grasp of the topics discussed. They will walk away with real life tools for self-healing, a deeper understanding of post-traumatic growth, and strategies for sustainable well-being. Equally important is that they will know that they are not alone. That alone is incredibly empowering.
Engagement # 1
An Introduction to Grief Talk
Definition of Grief and The Loss of a Loved One
Identifying the Emotions of Grief
Common Myths & Misconceptions
Supporting Someone That is Grieving
Engagement # 2
We Talkin’ Grief
Defining Grief and its Many Faces
A deeper dive into the Emotions of Grief
The Importance of Processing Emotions
Coping Strategies: Self-Care, Support Systems
Engagement # 3
Grief By Any Other Name
Identifying Other Types of Grief (e.g., Anticipatory, Collective, Masked, Delayed, and Disenfranchised)
Identifying Ways to Heal
The Role of Self Compassion
Open Discussion in summary of all 3 Engagements Sessions
If your organization is ready to support its people through life’s toughest transitions – and foster resilience, empathy, and growth, I’d love to help you create a space where healing conversations can happen.
