Mary stood at the foot of the cross, her heart heavy with grief yet steadfast in her love. Each nail driven into Jesus’ hands seemed to pierce her own heart, a raw reminder of the fragility of life she had nurtured from the very beginning. To witness the suffering of her son, the one sheContinue reading “Mary at the Cross: A Mother’s Unwavering Love”
Category Archives: Grief
Navigating Grief in a Fast-Paced Society
Grief is an unavoidable part of the human experience, yet for many in western civilization, it can feel particularly isolating and confusing. One reason for this is the societal emphasis on productivity and stoicism. In a culture that values efficiency and emotional restraint, expressing sorrow is often seen as a weakness. This can lead toContinue reading “Navigating Grief in a Fast-Paced Society”
Benefits of Compassion Journaling
Self-compassion journaling is a powerful tool for emotional healing that encourages individuals to treat themselves with the same kindness and understanding they would offer to a friend. This practice involves writing down thoughts and feelings in a safe space, allowing for self-reflection without judgment. By articulating personal experiences and emotions, individuals can confront their strugglesContinue reading “Benefits of Compassion Journaling”
Passing Through Pain and Brokenness
When your heart feels shattered, it can often seem like the world doesn’t quite understand. Those close to you may offer well-intentioned advice or try to lighten the mood, but their words may feel hollow in the wake of your pain. This disconnection can deepen feelings of isolation, causing you to retreat further into yourContinue reading “Passing Through Pain and Brokenness”
Missing Jayson, One of My Heartbeats
This date, September 24th, is the day my son Jayson left this world. It used to be a nightmare to me but now it just burns a little. I’ve learned over the years that grief is the price we pay for love. I believe wholeheartedly the statement is true. I’m reminded of Jesus’ statement toContinue reading “Missing Jayson, One of My Heartbeats”
Life Moving Through Grief
There is no doubt about it, grieving the loss of someone we love is very HARD, especially if the person was very close to your heart. I’m writing this blog post not to expose my grief or my losses, I have done that already, but to give a little bit of an inside look duringContinue reading “Life Moving Through Grief”
When Suffering Comes
Even when we are as positive as we possibly can be, times of trial and suffering will come. Usually, it is due to a life lesson or a re-take because of a mistake. Sometimes it is a fallout from other people and our concerns about them. Often I look at myself in the mirror andContinue reading “When Suffering Comes”
When Grief Lifts to Joy
Grief is a tricky situation to navigate, especially grieving a child loss. Grief has stages just like the waves of the ocean. I’m grateful it allows us to come up for air sometimes. When it does it feels like breathing for the first time in a long time. I love those moments. It’s like comingContinue reading “When Grief Lifts to Joy”
Child Loss and the True Reality
It was never supposed to happen. You know, that day, two of my children left their bodies and my life. But it did happen, and it stinks. It’s a reality of life and the price of love. I get that, but it still stinks. A grieving mother is haunted by birthdays that won’t be theContinue reading “Child Loss and the True Reality”
Cycles of Grief Wait for No One
Most of you who have read my blogs or have watched my YouTube videos know I lost my daughter not long ago. It seems like yesterday. Before this, I lost my son long ago. Although time really has no bearing on grief or whether it will ever stop, I have heard others repeatedly state thatContinue reading “Cycles of Grief Wait for No One”
Life Lessons by Jenine Marie 