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From Grief to Gratitude Blog
Welcome to Grief to Gratitude, a blog dedicated to sharing stories, ideas, and inspiration for those navigating the difficult journey of loss. Here, we believe that healing comes with understanding and connection. Join us as we explore ways to transform grief into gratitude and discover new purpose in life. Together, we can find hope and strength in the stories we share.
There is more than one way to finding purpose after loss. Your way is the right way.

Make Connections
You do not have to navigate grief and loss alone. Find people and resources that lift you up and inspire you. Connection is not only to others it can be to nature, spirit, animals, and a deeper connection back to yourself. What do you want to connect with today?


Rebuilding Your Identity After Loss—Without Forcing a New You
Rebuilding your identity after loss doesn’t mean rushing to become someone new. Many feel stuck between honoring what was and facing what’s next, unsure how to move forward without pressure. This moment calls for gentle growth—small steps to rediscover yourself with kindness and patience. Let’s explore how self-compassion during grief and thoughtful integration of loss can guide you toward a life after loss that feels authentic and true.

ninavioletrisch
May 244 min read


A Eulogy To My Marriage: Divorce Grief
A Eulogy To My Marriage My name is Nina Violet Risch, and I was the wife in this marriage. More than that, I was the mother, the father, the cook, the maid, the nurse, the provider, the gardener, the matriarch, the lover, the therapist, and friend. I think many wives who have been married and divorced can relate to that. I now say goodbye to the idea of the marriage I always wanted, but never had. I met my husband in 2010 while I was in the midst of divorcing the father of m

ninavioletrisch
Apr 265 min read


Rewrite Your Story After Loss: Creative and Narrative Coaching Practices to Embrace Your Transforming Self
Loss reshapes who you are, even when you don’t expect it. Finding ways to express this change can open new paths to meaning and purpose. In this post, you’ll find simple creative grief practices like journaling after loss and letter writing to a loved one that invite you to explore your story and your future self visioning. Ready to try one today and see where it leads?

ninavioletrisch
Mar 224 min read


New Rituals to Honor Your Journey Beyond Grief
Simple, personal grief rituals can help you hold loss gently while opening space for presence and new purpose. This post invites you to explore fresh ways to honor your journey beyond grief, with ideas that nurture connection and resilience.

ninavioletrisch
Mar 94 min read


How to Build a Supportive Network for Growth After Loss
How to Build a Supportive Network for Growth After Loss Losing someone changes everything, and facing that shift alone can feel overwhelming. Building a grief support network isn’t just about company—it’s about finding people who help you grow in new directions. In this post, you’ll find practical ways to create a community that supports your personal growth after loss and nurtures your resilience. Ready to take steps toward purpose after loss? Let’s explore how to build that

ninavioletrisch
Feb 154 min read


Rediscovering Your Core: Realigning Values After Loss
Rediscovering Your Core: Realigning Values After Loss Experiencing loss can feel like navigating through a fog, leaving you questioning your sense of self and purpose. In these challenging times, realigning your values can serve as a guiding light, helping you find clarity and direction. Grief coaching services are designed to support you in this healing journey, encouraging personal growth after loss and empowering you to find new meaning. Through compassionate collaboratio

ninavioletrisch
Sep 1, 20254 min read


WHEN THE CASSEROLES STOP COMING
WHEN THE CASSEROLES STOP COMING WHEN THE CASSEROLES STOP COMING In the wake of losing a loved one, life can feel like a whirlwind. The flurry of funeral arrangements and the constant stream of visitors offering condolences can create an overwhelming noise that masks the deep pain of loss. But once the last guest leaves and the commotion settles, silence can feel unmistakably loud. It is in these still moments that the weight of loss becomes palpable, leading to a profound sen

ninavioletrisch
Aug 1, 20254 min read


Your Grief Posse
Your Grief Posse How to Select Your Support People "In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." – Dr. Martin Luther King So, here's the deal: when someone passes, no matter how, you get a crash course in "Who's Your Real Friend?" Some folks will vanish like socks in a dryer, while others will stick around, cheering you on like you’re the star of a reality TV show. Don’t waste your precious tears on those who can’t meet your expe

ninavioletrisch
Jul 27, 20254 min read
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