Poetry does not demand a full explanation. It meets us in fragments. A single line can feel like a friend. A short stanza can feel like a safe place to cry. Poetry helps us slow down. It allows us to feel instead of fix. Research suggests that expressive writing can reduce stress and help people process trauma. Poems, especially those…

After my mom died, listening to music by people who had lived through their own grief made me feel less alone. It brought me closer to her and to the artists who knew that kind of pain well enough to turn it into something we could all feel. My mom loved Carly Simon and I have such fun memories of…

Simple, kind ways to show up when someone is hurting Grief finds its way into the workplace, whether we are ready or not. A colleague may lose a parent, a child, a friend, or be caring for someone who is declining. They might still be in shock or simply trying to make it through the day after everything has changed.…

How to stay human when work keeps going Grief does not take PTO. Whether someone you love has died or is nearing the end of life, it can be difficult to manage your emotional world while still showing up to work. Deadlines, meetings, and responsibilities do not pause, even when your heart is breaking. You do not have to handle…

When my grandma who we lovingly called “Gaga” died, it was hard keeping her memory alive. Gaga loved hosting and many of my memories of her are sitting around a dinner table where she cooked all kinds of food from macaroni and cheese to Beef Wellington. I always feel joy when my dad says, “God bless, Gaga!” as a toast…

After loss, words can fail. So can silence. That in-between space, where thoughts are swirling, emotions are stuck, and nothing feels settled, is where journaling and creating can help. Whether it’s writing, drawing, recording voice notes, or building something with your hands, creative expression gives your grief somewhere to go. How to Start You do not need to be a…

The first holiday season after losing someone you love can feel surreal. Everything around you keeps moving. The decorations go up. The invitations arrive. But inside, something has changed. You are different now, and so are the holidays. Whether your grief is fresh or quietly lingering, the first season without someone can bring a wave of unexpected emotions. Joy may…