Arik Housley 
This Wednesday morning, as I sit with my coffee watching the world wake up, I can’t help yet think about how different this Thanksgiving feels. Maybe it’s because we’ve all been through so much: losses that knocked us sideways, changes that rewrote our stories, moments that taught us what really matters when everything else falls … Read more
Life has a way of blindsiding us. One moment you’re cruising along, thinking you’ve got things figured out, and then tragedy strikes. Maybe it’s the loss of someone you love, a devastating diagnosis, job loss, or trauma that changes everything. In those dark moments, finding hope after tragedy can feel impossible. Yet here’s what I’ve … Read more
There’s a moment that hits every grieving parent, spouse, or loved one like a punch to the gut. It’s when you realize your person won’t be there for the big moments, the graduation, the wedding, the promotion, the first steps, the birthday that matters most. It starts in the “year of firsts”. First birthday, mothers … Read more
When we’re in the thick of grief, the word “gratitude” can feel almost insulting. How can we possibly be thankful when our world has been turned upside down? When someone we love is gone forever? When everything feels broken and meaningless? Yet here’s what I’ve learned through my own journey and in working with countless … Read more
Let me be straight with you. As a category authority and speaker, I get this question more than you’d think. Organizations want to know if bringing in a keynote speaker for grief and resilience topics is actually worth it, or if it’s just another expensive line item that sounds good on paper yet doesn’t deliver … Read more
Let’s be real about something: life has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect them. And I’m not talking about minor inconveniences, I’m talking about the kind of life-altering events that knock you flat and leave you wondering how you’ll ever get back up. Whether it’s losing someone you love, facing a serious … Read more
When my daughter Alaina died, I learned firsthand how workplace support can either become a lifeline or make an already impossible situation worse. As both someone who’s walked through devastating loss and now helps organizations navigate these difficult moments, I’ve seen the same mistakes repeated over and over. Here’s the truth: most managers want to … Read more
After losing Alaina, I discovered that grief doesn’t follow a roadmap. Some days I felt completely isolated, like I was stranded on a deserted island where no one else can understand my pain. Other days I was overwhelmed, surrounded by people living normal lives. And then there are moments when I was reaching desperately for … Read more
After losing my daughter Alaina, I learned that grief feels different when carried alone. The power of community isn’t just a comforting idea: it’s essential to healing. Sharing our stories, listening without judgment, and finding little moments of hope together can shift the weight we carry. If you’re processing grief, try reaching out: whether it’s … Read more
Imagine losing your spouse early in your marriage. Sadly, some of my readers and listeners may know what that feels like. Now, add children to the mix—and then imagine another parent experiencing a similar loss. Then, picture the two of them meeting. That’s the short version of Phil and Katie’s story. In this episode, we … Read more