Dr. Karen Schuder’s Post

Helping a friend navigate through grief requires understanding and patience. Every grief journey is unique, and showing up for your friend—offering both emotional and practical support—is crucial. In my own experience, being present, even in silence, has often provided the most comfort. Whether it’s lending an ear or helping with day-to-day tasks, small acts of kindness can ease the overwhelming burden of loss. Have you supported someone through grief? What strategies did you find most effective in providing comfort?

This week is Grief Awareness Week and at some point in life, we all face the pain of grief and loss. No one can predict how they’ll react to the death of a loved one until it happens, and everyone experiences grief in their own unique way. That’s why it’s so important to have honest, open conversations about it. By talking more openly, we can help ease the burden for those in the early stages of grief and offer comfort and hope to those who are mourning. The wonderful people at The Good Grief Trust have many resources available to help you especially at this time of year. Let's support one another. #griefawarenessweek #shinealight #griefsupport

This week, we recognize #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek—a time to honor the profound impact of loss and offer support to those navigating grief. 🧡 Whether you've experienced grief personally or know someone who has, it’s important to remember that grief is a personal journey. To those harmed by grief due to wrongful conviction, we are here for you. Grief has no timeline and there’s no right or wrong way to heal. Let’s make an effort to support each other with empathy, patience, and kindness. 🫂 Share this post to remind others that no one has to face grief alone. If you need support, please reach out to us.

Did You Know? At Sandy Bear, we also provide Anticipatory Grief Support - helping children, young people, and their families prepare for the loss of a loved one 💙 Our support focuses on managing emotions, understanding what’s happening, and providing guidance through this incredibly difficult time. Anticipatory grief happens when someone is preparing for the loss of a loved one. It can be just as challenging as grief after a loss. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service, you can refer through our form here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCWJNG2u #AnticipatoryGrief #SandyBearSupport #YouAreNotAlone

Grief touches everyone at some point in life, and during Grief Awareness Week, we want to send love and support to those navigating this difficult journey. Take time to reflect and remember: 💜 Grief is unique 💜 Take one day at a time 💜 It’s okay to ask for help 💜 Remember their light 💜 Look for moments of hope 💜 You are not alone We are committed to helping children, young people, and their families navigate the challenges of grief and loss. Recognising that everyone’s experience differs, we provide tailored services to support each family’s needs. #GriefAwarenessWeek #griefjourney #griefsupport

💬 "We can’t go over it, we can’t go under it, we’ve got to go through it" It's International Widows Day today - a day that focusses of bereaved partners and their loss of a loved one, alongside any dependants they may have 🫂 🕊️ Primarily on this day, the focus is on female partners, however we are using this opportunity to acknowledge that grief is a huge part of human existence, and everyone will go through a loss in their lifetime 🤍 We recognise everyone's grief journey is different and only you can understand how you feel, but we hope that opening the conversation and knowing that we can aim to support through your journey with knowledge and resources is helpful to you during difficult times 🤍 🕊️ We have some great resources and links below, and a fantastic blog on our website on Grief, from Jodanna Dawson, who is part of BSLM's Baby Loss & Grief Special Interest Group which the quote is from above 💬 If you want to read her piece, or feel you'd like to be part of the SIG, do pop us an email. The link is here (or in our bio)🔗➡️ https://lnkd.in/eu-UZv-x Other resources here ⤵️ 🤍 https://lnkd.in/e2SUbX6j 🕊️ https://lnkd.in/ew64EgJC 🫂 https://lnkd.in/dQUj7r2 🤍 https://lnkd.in/e-2cx-Cc We are thinking of you and all effected by similar situations at this time 🤍 🌐 www.bslm.org.uk #InternationalWidowsDay #GriefSupport #Bereavement #WidowsJourney #LossAndHealing #GriefResources #SupportThroughGrief #WidowsCommunity #GriefAwareness #WidowsAndDependants #BSLM #LifestyleMedicine #SupportThroughLifestyle #OpeningTheConversation

As we kick off our National Grief Awareness Day campaign, Reach Out, Your Call Matters, we begin with an important first step: Understanding Grief and its Impact. Week 1: Understanding Grief and Its Impact This week, our focus is on educating ourselves about the grieving process. Activity: Educate Yourself on Grief Spend some time reading articles, books, or watching videos about grief by visiting our website www.honoringmissbee.org. Reflection Questions: What new information did you learn about grief? How can this knowledge help you support a grieving friend or family member? What are some misconceptions about grief that you had before this activity? Please take some time to reflect on these questions in your journal (download a free journal from our website at www.honoringmissbee.org). Understanding grief is the first step toward providing meaningful support to those in need. We also encourage you to share your learnings and the importance of this awareness within your communities. Be sure to return next week for Week 2's activities for our campaign!

Grief Awareness Week 💛 This week, we come together to raise awareness of grief and its impact. Grieving is a personal journey, and no one should face it alone. How You Can Help: 🌟 Listen & Support: Be there for someone who may be grieving. 🌟 Learn: Understanding grief helps us support others better. 🌟 Connect: Explore local resources or events to foster conversations. If you or someone you know needs support, help is available. Visit https://lnkd.in/gMmw_kS for more information. Let's support one another and remind everyone that it's okay to grieve. #GriefAwarenessWeek #HambleParishCommunity #SupportEachOther

Welcome to Week 4 of our Reach Out, Your Call Matters campaign in recognition of National Grief Awareness Day (on 8/30). This week, we focus on building and maintaining lasting connections. So, How Did It Go Last Week Reaching Out? Reaching out and making calls is a big step, and if you participated, show yourself some compassion because you did a wonderful thing. If you felt good reaching out, consider doing more of what makes you feel good. Theme: Creating Lasting Connections Our goal is to deepen our relationships with those who are grieving and provide ongoing support. Activity: Plan a Follow-Up Call - Schedule a time to call or meet with someone from your support list. Use this call to deepen your connection and understand their ongoing needs. Reflection Question: - What are some ways you can continue to support them in the future? Building lasting connections requires ongoing effort and care. Thank you for your commitment to making a difference. Warm regards, Kinyatta Gray Founder, The Heart of Miss Bee, Inc.

Grief visits us all, and we handle grief in our own special way. The loss of a parent… And also the loss of a pet. Their life is much shorter than humans. When we take them into our lives, we simultaneously take on the responsibility to let them go with dignity when it is their time. For me grief comes both with joy and responsibility. What are your thoughts and experiences around grief? 🌹🌹🌹 #trudetoubiacoaching