ANGELS UNAWARE

Good morning! Happy Sunday. I call the image of this work of art on canvas by Rebekah Awtry, my cheerful angel. Whenever I am feeling kind of let's just say "deflated". I look at this canvas and somehow feel better. Do I worship angels? Absolutely NOT. But I do believe in angels. I believe that we have help on our journey that is unexplainable. Whether you subscribe to this belief or not is solely up to you. However, I also believe that human beings can become our angels also. They are the ones that just show up when you need them. Some you know and some you do not. For example, just recently in my line of work I met a young lady over the phone who sounded like she really needed some encouragement. It was always a pleasure to speak to her, but I connected with the sadness she was feeling. After briefly speaking with her I learned that she had recently lost her spouse. I offered her my coaching services and our first session was amazing. I am sure we will always in some way be connected. I was her "angel" that day and after our session she became my angel. I love it when the miraculous happen. You know what I mean? Something that you didn't plan or know you needed at the time, and it shows up right on time! At Grief Sabbath we are here if and when you need us. Our connections help us offer the best we can to give you the rest you need while on your journey.

So do yourself a favor. Take good care of yourself.

Be Healed and Whole,

Glorya Bolden

Good Grief

Yes, there is a concept called "good grief," although it might sound contradictory at first. "Good grief" refers to the idea that grieving or mourning the loss of a loved one or experiencing a significant life change can be a healthy and necessary process. While grief is often associated with feelings of sadness, pain, and loss, it can also have positive aspects:

1. Healing and growth: Grief can be a transformative process that allows individuals to heal and grow emotionally. It can provide an opportunity for self-reflection, personal development, and most of all coping mechanisms or the mechanics of coping.

2. Honoring the past: Grief can be a way of honoring the memory of the person or thing that was lost. It can serve as a way to celebrate their life or the value of what was lost. I would suggest finding ways like releasing a balloon with a message for every year they are gone. You can do this at birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, etc. It really helps to engage in the idea that you are still loving what you lost. We do this for my daughter.

3. Building resilience: Going through grief and coming out on the other side can build resilience and emotional strength. It can help people develop better emotional and psychological coping skills.

4. Deepening relationships: People often find healthy connections while providing or receiving support from others. I have personally met so many wonderful people whole on my journey. It has been such a blessing to grow together.

It's important to understand that grief is a highly individual and personal experience, and it can manifest differently for each person. While there can be positive aspects to the grieving process, it can also be very challenging and painful. Ultimately, the idea of "good grief" acknowledges that grief is a natural response to loss and that it can lead to personal growth and positive changes in a person's life over time.

Do yourself a favor. Take care of yourself first.

Be Healed and Whole,

Glorya Bolden

Introducing Morning Tea with me.