Adequate rest and sleep are essential in the body’s healing process; they bolster the immune system and enhance mental well-being. I will start by showing you how pivotal sleep is to healing. Firstly, imagine your body as a complex machine that requires downtime for maintenance. That’s essentially what sleep is—a critical period for repair and … Read more
Grief is a profound and universal experience that transcends boundaries and affects us all. To grasp the full scope of what it means to process loss within the LGBTQ community, we need to start by acknowledging one thing: grief doesn’t discriminate, but unfortunately, society often does. This isn’t just about a person experiencing sadness; it’s … Read more
Sometimes, it’s very difficult to make sense of how situations like divorce could happen. These are some of the things in life that are hard to reconcile. If you’re going through a divorce, it’s like riding an emotional rollercoaster with highs, lows, and unexpected twists. The one thing you can be sure of is that … Read more
As a teacher involved in a school community, the possibility is high, that you must have been involved, or crossed paths with students who face grief after a significant loss. It’s not just about understanding that a child is sad; it’s about recognizing the complexities of grief and how it uniquely affects young ones. Grief … Read more
Figuring out how to honour the memory of a loved one can be challenging. I, Makinde, am going to talk to you about the subtle art of honouring our loved ones who have passed away. This isn’t just about keeping their memory alive; it’s also about healing our hearts and acknowledging the profound impact they’ve … Read more
Although grief is an inevitable part of life, losing a fellow service member is almost unimaginable for our veterans. I’m going to introduce you to a side of our veterans’ lives that often goes unnoticed—their unique journey through grief. This isn’t just about the sorrow felt after losing a loved one; it’s also about the … Read more
You must know that grief does not change you, it can only be a garden of compassion. Although it is difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. Grief is a universal experience, a natural response to loss that can deeply affect your mental health. Most of … Read more
We carry our trauma and learn to live with it. We do not get over it. We are forced to make space for it, and sometimes we thrive despite it. I, Makinde, am going to kick things off by exploring the bewildering territory of grief that follows traumatic events. This isn’t just about sadness or … Read more
Support groups are essential when the wind of life blows. When you’re hit by a wave of loss, it feels like a part of you has been torn away. Grief can manifest in a myriad of emotions—sadness, anger, confusion—and it’s unique to each individual experiencing it. This isn’t just about emotional distress; it’s also a … Read more
Knowing what to say to a grieving family member, friend, or colleague will serve as a vehicle to convey our empathy and feelings to the person(s) involved in the time of grief and loss. We need to know what to say and what not to say. I’m here to help you understand the complex journey … Read more
