First of all, huge thank you to @Kayla Amadon for sharing such a vulnerable part of her resent loss! Sometimes grief hits in layers. You lose the person you love… and then, somehow, you lose your connection to their world too. Maybe their family pulled away. Maybe you weren’t given the chance for closure or even to hold something sacred like their ashes. It’s heartbreak on top of heartbreak — and it’s okay to admit that hurts. If this is where you find yourself right now, please know — you’re not broken and you’re not doing it wrong. Grief doesn’t follow neat steps or timelines. It’s love with nowhere to go, still reaching for a place to land. Here are a few gentle practices that might help you start finding your footing again: 🌿 Create your own sacred space — light a candle, place a photo, keep a stone or something that reminds you of your person. Whisper their name. Talk to them. Love doesn’t need permission. 💧 Give your feelings a voice — write the letter you’ll never send, scream into a pillow, scribble with crayons, cry in the shower (this is my personal favorite), dance it out. Let that energy move — it’s how healing begins. 🪶 Look for little signs of connection — a song that plays at just the right time, a bird that lingers, a random feather, or a beautiful sunset (or sunrise if you are an early riser). Sometimes those moments are the message. ✍️ Jot down a few lines each day: - “Today I miss…” - “What I wish I could say…” - “What I need most right now…” I talk about Glow Writing on the podcast this week. It’s a very powerful exercise! Check it out on Catch Some SoulShine (YT)! 🌸 Ground yourself in softness — hand on heart, deep breaths, tea in your favorite mug, a walk outside, a few minutes of quiet. Let your body know it’s safe to rest here for a bit. You may not be ready for a meditation practice, but it is a very important key to radical self-love. Even when others have closed doors, your love still lives on — in your art, in your memories, in your heartbeat. You get to decide how to honor that love now.

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Yesterday, I had the opportunity to gift a couple pairs of used running shoes to clients in early recovery! Sometimes…the simplest forms of giving can produce the biggest catalysts for growth! This weeks challenge…go through your closet or home. Find items that no loner serve you. 🌸 A piece of clothing that you don’t wear…doesn’t fit…or you’ve been hanging on to fo wayyy too long. 🌸 Shoes that are not comfortable or you don’t wear regularly (or maybe you have 3 sets of) 🌸 Decor that has served a purpose but now is adding clutter to your space Sometimes the things we hold onto are more than just “stuff.” They carry memories, emotions, even a sense of safety. But when we choose to release them with love, something powerful happens. Cleaning out a space isn’t just about decluttering—it’s about creating room for new energy. And when we take those items and gift them to someone less fortunate, they become more than objects. They become a symbol of intentional release, of generosity, and of hope. Every time we give with an open heart, we not only lighten our own load but also brighten someone else’s path. 🌿 Experienced the joy of releasing with intention! Journal about this experience and the emotions you experience. This is a powerful exercise! I still have a trunk full of Brads shirts…but maybe, I’ll gift one today! Share what you have released with others and how it made you feel… 🦋

I know it late;) id reall like us to support each other. My day started sh*ty, but ended well. That’s how it goes sometimes!

I’m so glad you’re here. This space was created as a sanctuary — a place to heal, create, and rediscover your light while walking alongside others who truly understand. 💛 Here’s how you can dive in and get the most out of your time here: 🌙 Soul Practices Gentle weekly journaling invitations to help you pause, reflect, and listen deeply to your own heart. 👉 How to engage: Try a practice, share your reflections (as much or as little as you’re comfortable), and notice how writing opens new pathways for healing. 🎨 Creative Sparks Art journaling & creative projects — expressive, messy, colorful ways to give grief (and hope) a voice. 👉 How to engage: Post photos of your creations, share your process, or simply let us know what came up for you while creating. 🌊 Weekly Ripples Healing grows stronger in community. This is where we focus on support, encouragement, and rippling kindness into one another’s journeys. 👉 How to engage: Respond to someone else’s post, leave a kind word, or share how you’re offering (or receiving) support this week. 💬 Q & A | Ask & Answer Together Your safe space for questions, wisdom, and real talk. No question is too small, and your experience might be the exact answer someone else needs. 👉 How to engage: Post a question you’re holding, or scroll through and see if you can offer support to another member. 💛 A few ways to connect right away: - Introduce yourself in the main feed — share what brought you here and one hope you have for your journey. - Comment & encourage — even a simple “me too” or kind word helps us all feel less alone. - Tag me (@Dawn) if you’d like me to see your post or question directly. ✨ This isn’t just a group — it’s a circle of SoulShine. Every time you write, create, or support someone else, you’re helping us all grow stronger together. 📌 Free Resources for You - Catch Some SoulShine Podcast — subscribe for weekly nuggets of wisdom for grief recovery. - Join my email circle for special offerings just for subscribers (Count Me In).