My name is Amy Pickett-Williams, and I’m celebrating twenty-five years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (happy anniversary to me!). I’m also a yoga teacher specializing in somatic therapy, which explores the connection between mind, body, and spirit…

Grief and the holidays can be challenging for so many reasons. As a griever, find comfort that your feelings matter! Read more about the “Griever Bill of Rights for the Holidays”.

Having a conversation about how holidays and traditions will change after a family member’s death can be emotionally challenging. Here are some gentle approaches to consider:

As we move through this transitional period between seasons, you are invited to consider a few ways in which nature can aid in grief.

Grief can be a learning experience about ourselves. Grief isn’t something we “get over”; it’s something we practice and grow through, just as we can learn to support others more skillfully. Hear more about the grief documentary “Meet Me Where I Am”, a review by Dr. Genna Reeves.

Grief is a deeply personal journey, and everyone experiences it differently. As we navigate this complex emotion, finding tools to help soothe the heart and calm the mind can be essential. One such tool that has gained popularity in recent years is the singing bowl. These resonant instruments are more than just beautiful objects; they can play a significant role in the grieving process.

Grief is the natural response to loss, but grief as a response may have evolved originally as a response to separation. Read more from author and neuroscientist Mary Frances O’Connor about the neurobiology of grief.

In an effort to honor the caregiving journey, HeartLight will host a Loving Memorial Gathering and Caregiver Support program on October 30, 2024. The purpose of this first-time event is to process the many grief experiences unique to caregivers, while also paying tribute to the memory of those who have died or are dying.

Enjoy an uplifting weekend of healing, community, and empowerment in a safe space with other women who have suffered loss and are seeking a path forward.

If I tell you that I’m Asian and I’m grieving, what do you now know that you can apply to supporting me with grief and loss? Sorry, it’s a trick question of sorts! In my view, you would know two things: 1. I am Asian 2. I am grieving. It’s important for me to state what might seem obvious, because of my experiences with assumptions, both personally as a griever and professionally as a certified grief coach.