I Grieve Different

Calendar pages

Tool – Calendar / Year of Firsts

The “Year of Firsts” is how we describe the first twelve months after your loss. This period is also what I sometimes refer to as “Fresh Grief”. This is a time for mourning. If you are currently in your year...
Full Trash Can

Tool – Sticky Notes

There are times when we have multiple things upsetting us at one time. I can easily start to feel overwhelmed if I try to take them all in at once. If you’re a list maker, you may run into times...
Two sides of a face

Tool – Changing the Spin

This exercise increases your awareness of your thoughts. It helps you re-frame them so they cause less distress and helps you be more kind to yourself. Find a “journal” and a pen: spiral notebook, laptop, legal pad, whatever works. Make...