Mourning Notes
Reflections on grief, healing and hope

The Medicine of a Grief Retreat: Sacred Space, Shared Humanity, and Healing in Community
There’s something powerful that happens when you step away from your everyday life and into a space that says, you don’t have to be okay

Grief, the Nervous System and Why Small Daily Practices Matter
Grief is not just emotional. It lives in the nervous system. After a deep loss, many people notice they can’t focus, have lost motivation, and

New Year, New Grief
In my grief group this month, one member shared that she is feeling some anxiety as she thinks about the new year approaching, because 2025

Honoring Our Loved Ones During the Holidays: Remembering and Reconnecting
By Pat Sheveland, Founder & Lead Faculty, The Confident Grief Coach School The holidays have a way of stirring up emotions that may have been

When the Holidays Feel Lonely: Understanding Isolation Through the Lens of Grief
For many, the holidays are painted as a season of togetherness — gatherings, traditions, shared meals, sparkling lights and cheerful music. But for anyone carrying

When Job Loss Becomes a Turning Point: Transforming Unemployment into Purpose and Healing
By Patricia Sheveland, PCC, Founder & Lead Faculty, The Confident Grief Coach School The Hidden Grief of Unemployment When we think of grief, we often