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Grief in the Workplace: How to Cope When You Lose a Coworker
Grief in the workplace is something most of us are not prepared for — especially when losing a coworker unexpectedly. We plan for deadlines, transitions, and business growth. We rarely plan for death. Recently, our Be Inspired team experienced the sudden loss of a coworker and team member. What we quickly realized is that workplace grief is not just personal. It affects mental health, team stability, leadership decisions, and even client care. When someone dies, the impact moves through the entire organization. If you are navigating the loss of a coworker, this is for you. What Grief in the Workplace Actually Feels Like When someone on your team dies, the…
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“I Cried Today”: A Therapist’s Reflection on Singleness
Today, as I sat at my kitchen table catching up on some work, the sound of children’s playful laughter drifted into my home, and bubbles from my neighbor’s backyard floated gently into mine. It was a delight to see the kids out enjoying their school break, without a care in the world. — And then, I cried. Because in that moment, I was reminded of what I don’t have. There’s no giggles filling my home. No one to share meals with or to tell about my day. There’s just me and the silence. As a therapist, I often sit with people in their pain, helping them process it without shame…
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Navigating Grief
Understanding the Many Faces of Loss Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience that extends beyond the loss of a loved one to death. It encompasses a wide range of losses, including divorce, the loss of a pet, the end of a job, the loss of a friend or support group, and more. In this blog, we will explore some different facets of grief and provide steps to help you navigate through the grieving process in each of these areas. Additionally, I hope to help you be better equipped to deal with the loss of a loved one, even years after their passing. Grief and Divorce Allow Yourself to…
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Surviving Grief During The Holidays
Holidays can be hard. Especially, if someone you love is no longer here. Grief is a complexemotion with no clear indicators of how and when and in what intensity it will show up and befelt. During the holidays, grief can come in waves or in a persistent downpour. Despite how itchooses to show up, here are a few suggestions on how to survive the grief you may feel thisholiday season. Acknowledge Your Feelings Acknowledging how you feel helps you heal, especially when you are grieving. Avoiding painfulemotions because they are uncomfortable and unsettling is something we all try to do from timeto time. The holes left from a loved one…
