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06/19/2023

Here in the US (and many other countries around the world), Father's Day is upon us. We're thinking of all the people for whom this weekend is especially difficult. The third Sunday in June (and all the advertising & social media activity around it) seriously sucks for so many people, in more ways than I can list.

So many wounds in the world. So many ways to be wounded. My loves, whether or not the reason(s) you're hurting are listed here, please take good care of yourselves.

I wish these made-up holidays didn't come with so much extra grief. There is plenty to go around without these greeting card dates. For now, please know that however this Father's Day affects you, we're all here in this together, holding onto each other, holding each other up.

Whatever your loss — father-related or no — I hope this weekend gifts you with something that lets you feel held, if only for a moment.

How about you? How does this thing impact you? Is it hard for you, or is it a non-issue? If it's not a sore point for you, how does the father-related pain of others affect you? Share with us in the comments.

🚩 NOTE 🚩 - If you do not understand why something was included on this graphic, that's 100% OK. That doesn't give you license to question or complain about it in the comments. There are countless permutations of grief in the world and you do not need to be able to understand or relate to them all in order to be kind. Please keep your opinions about other peoples' grief to yourself. This community is a No Grief-Shaming zone.

01/28/2023

In 1996, Lois Tonkin wrote a simply theory about grief, inspired by a bereaved mother she'd met. The Growing Around Grief concept still helps and inspires

09/02/2022

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness month.
To those struggling with su***de, you matter. Life is hard, and you don’t have to go through it alone. Please reach out to a safe and trusted person to share about how you are suffering and struggling. It can feel shameful to have such thoughts… but please know there are people who will respond with compassion, who love you and care about your life, including your pain.
I also want to take a moment to honor all of those who have been impacted by su***de, and remember those who had died by su***de.
Su***de brings a unique grief experience. If you need grief support due to a su***de loss, I work with individuals in Colorado, and I help to facilitate a virtual Su***de Loss Grief Support Group with on the second Thursday of the month of Zoom at 6pm(PT)/7pm(MST)/8pm(CT)/9pm(EST). I welcome anyone anywhere to join. Register on their website heartlightcenter.org
***dePreventionMonth ***deAwareness

08/26/2022

Spiritually in grief is a topic that comes up a lot!

There is often a missing piece to the puzzle of life after loss, one filled only when we're willing to talk about the complexity of spirituality and grief

07/16/2022

Officially today (July 16, 2022) there is a new su***de prevention hotline number!
Call or text 988 for support - you’ll be directly connected to a trained professional for guidance and support.
***dePrevention #988

06/21/2022

A wonderful reminder from
“Know your sources of rejuvenation.”
I invite you to reflect on this… What gives you a sense of rejuvenation?
What self-care can you invest in to help you feel rejuvenated?

06/20/2022

Honoring grievers today, alongside many wonderful fathers that we celebrate on this day.

06/19/2022

Celebrating Fathers and also thinking of those who are experiencing any father-related grief today. Holding you in my heart. 🖤

05/09/2022

Honoring grievers today, alongside many wonderful mothers that we celebrate on this day.

05/03/2022

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May is .
Grief affects all aspects of our lives including physical, emotional, and mental health. It is so important to take good and gentle care of our minds while grieving. Please know that you are not alone. Visit our website to view videos, presentations, book recommendations, and article resources that were carefully curated for the grieving mind. HeartLight also wants to thank the amazing mental health providers whose dedication and care changes the lives of so many.