Surviving a Storm–Emerging Stronger
After each major life change, we can be like Noah and his Ark. Which people and ideas from our previous experience should be saved? Which are best left behind?
Margo Rose Photo Shoot
During magic moments, there can be a complete peace when we are able to express our “real” self. Here is my story, what is yours?
How Nature and Gratitude Heal Us
This presentation by Louis Schwartzberg about the healing power of gratitude has stunning photography and video. Let yourself relax a few minutes and enjoy these moments of intense beauty. Related Videos: These additional videos can also inspire optimism and sooth our sadness: Nina Simone – Feeling Good Ideal Mourning
Advice: Easier to Give than Take
Creating time for personal care and skillful grieving can be challenging, but worthwhile. In this podcast, Margo admits that following one’s own advice is not always as easy as offering it. Related Articles Natural Grief Vortex Still a “Daddy’s Girl” Finding Your Way to Remember Loved Ones
The Rewards of Grief: Phoenix Rising
When we feel overwhelmed, defeated or weak, it is worth remembering that in the stages that come next we may amaze others and ourselves by the person we are about to become.
Pet Loss: Moving Forward after Grief
There are so many ways to remember and honor people and pets that have passed away. Here are a few examples…
Retirement Lessons from Mom
Being prepared financially and legally can make end-of-life care-giving and transitions much smoother. Here is a great interview about how a money-saavy mother and daughter are able to help each other through an otherwise difficult time.
Steve Jobs: Thoughts on Life
Many kind words have been written about Steve Jobs, one of the founders of Macintosh Computers, especially since his death on October 5, 2011. This rare 1995 video of him describes how much influence we can have to change the world around us. See if these philosophies gets you thinking, “What should I do next?” Thanks for the inspiration and inventions, Mr. Jobs.
Say Something Nice
Sometimes we forget how easily we can help cheer one another up with a few kind words, funny moments or shared song. Here is an example in New York of how an empty podium with instructions to “Say something nice” builds an instant sense of community and fun. How can we get moments like this going on a regular basis?
Does ‘Time Heal All Wounds’?
Does the passage of time actually ‘heal’ us automatically? Margo Rose suggests we need to take active steps to assist our selves and each other in feeling better following a loss.
Body Aware Grieving
Practical health-focused strategies for self-care during times of loss and change.
