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Loss & Grief In The Forest
Welcome to the Forest, where we gather to explore topics that impact our mental health. Today, let's talk about loss and grief - emotions that can weigh heavy on our hearts but are important to address. Loss and grief can affect us in many ways, from feeling sadness and confusion to struggling with daily tasks. Remember, it's okay to seek support and share your feelings here in the Forest. Let's navigate this journey together with compassion and understanding.
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- Grief and Growth →
- Understand how significant loss can be a catalyst for personal growth and transformation. Learn strategies for embracing change, finding new purpose, and using grief as a stepping stone to a more meaningful life. October provides educational and supportive content only. It's not a replacement for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment....
- 2 hours from now @ 17:00
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Hosted on Saturday by Danielle Erasmus
South Africa United States of America
- 🌞🧡 - Honoring Loved Ones in Holiday Rituals →
- Missing loved ones during the holidays can feel intense. This session helps you create meaningful ways to remember and honor them within your holiday traditions. Danielle Goede is an HR professional with a passion for Employee wellness, Leadership Development, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Her life purpose is to create collaboration...
- 5 days from now @ 17:00
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Hosted on Thursday by Cynthia
South Africa United States of America
- Remembering and Rebuilding →
- Learn strategies to honor your memories while forging a path to personal recovery and rebuilding. This session discusses how to balance remembering a loved one with taking steps towards a new normal A dedicated and enthusiastic Specialist Wellness Counsellor, Cynthia assists clients with grief, trauma, mental health issues, and adjusting...
- 1 week from now @ 20:00
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Hosted on Saturday by CJ Nel
South Africa United States of America
- Grief from Loss of Identity →
- Major life changes, such as retirement, career shifts, or changes in physical ability, can trigger grief over a loss of identity. This session focuses on how to process and manage these feelings, offering ways to rediscover personal worth and self-acceptance. CJ is a HPCSA Registered Counselor with over two years...
- 1 week from now @ 13:00
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Hosted on Tuesday by Marina Wildt
South Africa United States of America
- The Role of Rituals in Grief →
- Discover the importance of rituals and personal memorials in the healing process. This session provides ideas for creating meaningful rituals that honor loved ones and support emotional healing. Heal with Marina is a wellness coach specialising in trauma, chronic illness, and pain management. She is also the founder of The...
- 1 week from now @ 22:00
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Hosted on Thursday by Micaela Kotzé
South Africa United States of America
- Finding Light in Loss →
- A compassionate discussion on navigating the complex emotions of grief, honoring your journey, and rediscovering purpose after profound loss. Micaela is a Registered Wellness Counselor who is passionate about helping people navigate their way through life’s troubles and the problems that they might experience daily, in the workplace or in...
- 1 week from now @ 13:00
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Hosted on Saturday by Caden De Villiers
South Africa United States of America
- Managing Emotional Triggers of Grief →
- Certain dates, places, or events can trigger intense feelings of grief unexpectedly. This session focuses on how to handle these emotional triggers with self-compassion, mindfulness, and practical coping strategies that help manage the resurfacing of grief. Caden is a Psychosocial Support Worker with a passion for helping others achieve better...
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