Prepare for the holiday mix
December and the holiday season bring quite a mix of emotions. It's both a time full of joy and laughter, yet also a time with increased stress, complicated relationships, and a lack of sunshine. This all leads some people, especially those grieving, to experience...
Moeller HS Grief Group with Sandy Collins on iHeart Radio
We are grateful that the COJ grief group at Archbishop Moeller High School was featured on the iHeartCinci podcast with Sandy Collins! Listen as Sandy interviews Campus Minister Steve Joebgen and Moeller students Leo, Max, and Jordan. Click to...
Sadness comes out in many ways
For the next several months, our Grief at Home column will focus on some of the most commonly experienced emotions in grief and how you can support your child through these emotions. This month, we are highlighting sadness. Grief and sadness are deeply intertwined,...
Walking in nature helps your healing
Fall is a wonderful time to get outside and connect with nature. The leaves are changing into vibrant colors, the air is becoming crisp, and the harvest season is here. Nature can support those who are grieving in many ways. It reminds us that life, like the...
Take a walk outside to refocus
This time of year is when the summer has come to an end and we transition into fall. For some this is a really exciting time, while for others this is a time of year that we dread. Going back to school, heading into the holidays missing someone; our schedules get...
Help your child navigate anger
For the next several months in our Grief at Home column, we are going to focus on some of the most commonly experienced emotions in grief and how you can support your child through these emotions. This month, we are going to talk about anger. While anger isn't...
Creative pursuits aid in grief healing
Summer is wrapping up and family life is starting to transition back to its usual rhythm of busyness. However, even with less free time, making space for your creative outlets is more important than ever when you are on a grief journey. Creativity helps us in a...
Making connections with your grieving child
One thing that we all need - and especially a grieving child - is connections with supportive people. How do you connect with your child? This may be easier or harder at different ages and stages throughout your child’s life. One way that we recommend staying...
Routines bring stability in grief’s ups and downs
Routines can help to create stability and predictability in your home. For a grieving child, this can be helpful as their feelings and thoughts may be all over the place, so knowing what to expect at home provides much-needed respite. As children transition back to...