Grief is often described in stages, but many widowed individuals discover that their grief does not move in a predictable timeline. Instead, it can be stuck in survival patterns that make it difficult to move forward. In this workshop, Dr. Tina Fornwald introduces five survival patterns that commonly emerge after the loss of a spouse […]
Recently Widowed: Tools and Tips for those Widowed 1-3 years
Calming Your Anxious Brain: Neuroscience Tools That Actually Work
After your spouse dies, anxiety becomes a constant companion. Your heart races for no reason. Your mind spins with “what ifs.” Panic hits at 3 AM. You feel like you’re always waiting for the next disaster. This isn’t just grief—it’s your brain trying to protect you after trauma. And understanding how your anxious brain works […]
Finding the Funny When Nothing Feels Funny: A Comedic Path to Healing
As someone who has performed and taught comedy for over 20 years, one thing Kelley Lynn has learned is that most comedy comes from tragedy and truth. But often times, finding the funny inside the pain seems impossible. In this workshop, Kelley Lynn will combine storytelling, stand up, and a therapeutic approach to help those […]
Navigating Difficult Emotions
Life after the loss of a spouse brings waves of unprecedented, profoundly difficult emotions. While this is a natural human response to loss, the brain is hardwired to avoid discomfort—often leading us to try to dodge, suppress, or outrun what we feel. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to navigate the early days when emotions […]
The Physicality of Grief
The Physicality of Grief explores the profound physiological impact that loss has on the human body and offers foundational strategies for healing.
Food and Grief: How to Nourish Ourselves, Navigate Triggers, and Support Our Bonds Through Food
Food plays such a big role in grief. Appetites and immune systems change; we cook, food shop, and eat for one (less); and navigate everyday triggers like restaurants, holidays, and much more. This talk, from professional chef, food writer, and widow Lisa Ruland, explores these and more topics, with practical support for navigating food’s role […]