What is Anticipatory Grief?
What is Anticipatory Grief? Grief isn't always something that arrives after a loss—sometimes, it arises before it even happens. Anticipatory grief is the quiet ache that comes when you sense an ending on the horizon. Read more about how to recognize anticipatory grief and how to nurture yourself or a loved one through this time.
How to Deal with Intrusive Thoughts: A Heart-Led Approach to Finding Peace
Intrusive thoughts tend to come out of nowhere, disrupting your peace, and may leave you feeling uneasy and worried about what they mean or how to make them go away. It’s important to know that these thoughts can happen to anyone, and they don’t define who you are. We share how you can move through them with compassion, rather than getting lost in their grip.
When to Start Grief Therapy: Trusting Your Timing and Your Heart
Grief is an adventure like no other. The process of moving through grief isn’t linear, and it doesn’t come with a clear roadmap. Managing grief is personal, tender, and sometimes overwhelming. Walking alongside individuals navigating the complexities of grief has highlighted one thing for sure - there’s no “right” time to start grief counselling. But there is a time that feels right for you. Read More
How to Journal for Mental Health: Tips and Benefits
Journaling is more than just a way to record daily events—it's a transformative tool that can significantly enhance your mental health. Whether you're a seasoned journaler or just beginning to explore this practice, understanding how to journal effectively can open the door to deeper self-awareness and emotional resilience. In this post, we delve into why journaling helps for mental health and offer practical journaling tips to help you harness its full potential. Read More
Father’s Day Without Dad: How to Cope with Grief on Father's Day
Father’s Day can be a difficult time for those of us who have lost their Dad or who grieve a complex relationship with a father. We’re sharing 3 tips on how to cope with grief on Father’s Day. Read More
Finding Your Way Back: Navigating Traumatic Loss with Grief Counselling
Traumatic loss can leave a profound mark on our hearts, reshaping our lives in ways we could never have anticipated. When you lose someone crucial to your life—be it a partner, child, sibling or anyone who made a mark on your life—the world seems to pause, and the aftermath often feels insurmountable. At Adventuring Loss, we understand the immense pain that comes with such losses because we’ve been there too. Read More
Coping with Infertility on Mother’s Day: Finding Comfort and Strength
Infertility isn't just a physical challenge; it's an emotional rollercoaster filled with hope, disappointment, and resilience that many women experience. As such, Mother's Day can be especially tough and can trigger a variety of emotions. We’re sharing 3 ways to honour yourself and your experience with infertility during Mother’s Day.
How to Deal With Grief on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day can be particularly challenging for those grieving the loss of loved ones or grappling with complicated emotions. We’ll explore ways to cope with the diverse feelings that Mother's Day can evoke, including planning with flexibility, reducing social media exposure, and embracing your unique grieving process. Read more.
Navigating Grief and Loss: 6 Ways to Balance Emotions Through Grief
Grief can feel like a turbulent storm, triggered by loss or upheaval. One unexpected challenge of dealing with grief is emotional dysregulation, disrupting our sense of balance and stability. Understanding this dance between grief and emotional turmoil is crucial as we navigate the journey through heartache. Read more.
5 Ways to Help a Loved One Through a Hard Time
We live in a society that isn’t very literate when it comes to dealing with painful, traumatic or sad events. Here are 5 ways to support a loved one during a hard time including grief, loss or other challenging transitions.
