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Held in the Heart of Grief
Continue Reading: Held in the Heart of GriefGrief, in its truest form, is not a problem to be solved or a wound to be quickly bandaged. It is a sacred unfolding, an experience of love’s deepest cost. It can feel raw and relentless—like waves crashing against the shore of our very being. And in those crashing moments, it’s easy to feel like we’re unraveling. That we are completely, utterly alone. But grief, while deeply isolating, also carries within it a quiet truth:…
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Botanicals of the Month: February
Plant of the Month: Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) doTERRA Essential Oil of the Month: Black Pepper Rishi Tea of the Month: West Cape Chai Looking for an unusual gift for … Continue Reading
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What is Caregiver Burnout?
If you are a caregiver, you may be experiencing signs of burnout. Here’s what it is, the most common symptoms, and what you can do about it. Continue Reading
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Good Wishes For the New Year
As the New Year begins, Hope Grows sends wishes of strength, faith, hope, healing, balance and joy to all. Continue Reading
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Botanicals of the Month
Mind, body, and spiritual wellness is achieved through the use of botanicals in many different forms and Holy Basil has many healing properties. Continue Reading
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Positive Affirmations for Caregivers
For caregivers, practicing positive affirmation every day can help combat the negative feelings and stress of caring for loved ones. Continue Reading
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Choosing Joy Every Day and Finding the Joy Of Living
Focusing thoughts on joy rather than lingering on the negative can help you overcome the disappointment and loss caregivers experience. Continue Reading
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Caregiver Online Counseling Expected to Continue Even Post-COVID
Telehealth became more widely used as people socially distanced during the height of the pandemic, but its convenience has made it popular. Continue Reading
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The Positive Psychology of Practicing Gratitude
Taking the time to feel gratitude and connecting to nature can help us refocus on what we have instead of what we lost. Continue Reading
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What Do You Give a Caregiver For Christmas?
Many caregivers experience their worst feelings of burnout and sadness during the holidays. Here are some gift ideas that can help. Continue Reading
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Nature Offers Lessons For The Journey of Change
It isn’t always easy, but those left behind after the death of a loved one can support the healing process by considering what nature teaches us every fall. Continue Reading
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How to Deal With Family Caregiver Holiday Stress
The holidays can quickly become one of the most stressful times of year. These tips can help family caregivers deal with holiday stress. Continue Reading
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Wisdom From Nature, Gardening and Our Ancestors
The cycle of nature offers us all important wisdom, as do the actions of our ancestors who did so much with far less than what we have today Continue Reading