by HeartLight Center | Dec 27, 2023 | Heart to Heart
Dear Fellow Griever, The pain of loss to suicide is unlike any other grief. All loss is painful, and suicide adds layers that survivors must navigate. With the help of mental health professionals, fellow grievers, and a close network of friends, I have started my...
by HeartLight Center | Dec 11, 2023 | Heart to Heart, HeartLight Center Blog
How can grieving people still find peace and joy during the holidays? Something that can feel meaningful, connected and peaceful to integrate into the holidays is a sense of ritual – be it the lighting of a candle, a meditative walk, saying a prayer, going to a...
by HeartLight Center | Nov 6, 2023 | HeartLight Center Blog
By Allison My Grammy was the most special being I could have ever known. There was always something so comforting in her presence, the way that all were welcome in her home and life. There was always room at her table for more to join. She was always interested...
by HeartLight Center | Oct 17, 2023 | Heart to Heart
Dear Fellow Griever, Coping is a verb meaning “to deal with or attempt to overcome problems and difficulties,” and is often used with “learning to cope.” This is a word that I have become very familiar with over the last year, and is an action that I have become used...
by HeartLight Center | Sep 28, 2023 | HeartLight Center Blog
By Jason Troyer, PhD Whether you are actively grieving a loved one or you are simply dealing with the ever-present challenges of life, we all seek sources of meaning, inspiration, and perspective. We long to feel healed, be moved, and feel connected to...