Welcome, dear one, to this Heartfelt and Tender Space.

Support Group and Healing Circle

After Losing a Life Partner

Grief is often an isolating, painful and confusing process.

Loosing a life partner is full of emotions that need space to be acknowledged with care, felt, shared, and healed through. We need to be heard and seen at times, and find ways for respite, solace at other times. We may look to make meaning. We may need to source extra strength to take on new roles of parenting while we grieve, or attend to new family responsibilities we relied on our partner for, We may be lost in memories of a lifetime together, or wondering about the lost chances for more. We may be consumed with their passing, and many difficult emotions. And so much more….

You are warmly welcome here.

A community may be what you need.

Join us and experience the power of shared support and deep connection.

There is no time line for grief, or how to do grief right. How you grieve is sacred and yours to decide. Being in the company of others with similar experiences can be beneficial and healing, especially when the community is gently and expertly guided to offer both witnessing and healing of the griefs.

In this space you are invited to be a part of a supportive bond of humanity, sharing, learning and healing together. We bring together spiritual support and meditations into the grief circle.

All belief systems are welcome.

You are invited here to be with your grief exactly as you are.

Most support groups can be draining. Here, you will gain the tools for healing while sharing.

Watch Yasemin Describe Grief Circles

Here's why you should consider joining:

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What some of the past participants shared:

All The Reasons to Join

In our carefully curated support group, you will LEARN and PRACTICE ways to gain solace and respite in the midst of grief, giving you tools and agency. You can stay simply introduced, or go deeper, in your own terms and timeline. I created this program for you that takes you through a proven system. Find out for yourself.

Start right away to support your grief:

• Understand that grief is a natural response to loss and can manifest in various ways.

• Acknowledge your feelings and allow yourself to experience them without judgment.

• Receive support of different kinds, from friends, family, therapist/counselor/guide and this support group, to help you navigate through your grieving process.

• Practice self-care activities such as exercise, meditation, or journaling to cope with your emotions.

• Remember that healing from grief takes time and it's okay to seek help when needed.

• Stay connected with others who can provide empathy and understanding during this challenging time.

Embracing Mindfulness in Times of Grief

• Mindfulness involves being fully present and aware of your thoughts, feelings, and sensations in the moment.

• By practicing mindfulness, individuals can cultivate a sense of acceptance and non-judgment towards their grief.

• It allows for a deeper understanding of one's emotions and helps in processing and navigating through the grieving process.

Why should you do this work with me?

Finding a skilled guide is crucial, especially in the throes of grief. I have been practicing for 40+ years, and teaching for 10+ years, researching, and remain focused on grief and trauma sensitive ways of bringing what is doable for you. Here, you will be learning from teacher of teachers with personal experience of both the practice of mindfulness, compassion and one who has lost her own life partner.

Finding Solace Through Self-Compassion

• Self-compassion involves treating oneself with kindness, understanding, and acceptance during difficult times.

• By practicing self-compassion, individuals can offer themselves the same care and support they would give to a loved one in distress.

• It helps in easing the emotional pain of grief and fosters a sense of inner peace and comfort.

Seeking Respite in Support Systems

• Building a support network can provide comfort and solace during times of grief.

• Sharing your feelings and experiences with trusted individuals can lighten the emotional burden and offer a sense of connection and belonging.

• Support systems can offer different perspectives, guidance, and assistance in coping with grief, empowering individuals to navigate through their healing journey.

Find Your Community Here

with people who get you, see you, understand you, support you.

This is an online supportive community for being with your grief and moving through a path of healing. Its intentions are to bear witness to grief, tend your grief in supportive community, share and learn together, and experience what feels possible at this time from Coping to Resilience, Growth and Transformation.

Welcome to our online grief support group, where you'll find a safe space to navigate your healing journey. Be in a compassionate community while meeting the complexities of grief. Through expert guidance, you will gain tools and resources to cultivate mindfulness and embark on a path of healing.

Being in community of people who have similar experiences is different. It is supportive in ways that may not be possible by simply relying on family and friends. Those who have similar grief experiences get each other. Being in a grief support group with gentle and expert guidance can make a huge difference in what you get out of being in the group.

Mindful Grief Circles© is a uniquely designed support group, healing circle and community space, founded on grief research, time tested experience working with grieving individuals and communities, practices and activities supported by neuroscience. We focus on a healing and supportive community where sharing and embodied mind-heart reflections merge for the sacred purpose: to accompany grief in the most supportive way.

for your kind of grief

There is the general sense of grief. And there are the unique elements for different kinds of grief. We connect them in a way that will be meaningful for you.

What if you wish to share this with your organization or community?

A support group can be created only for the members of your organization or community. Many non-profits, for example those serving a particular illness, or particular group of bereaved members, choose to start a new Grief Circle with me for their group. Please scroll to the bottom of this page to fill out your request form to start discussing together how best to support your community.

Your host and guide

A pioneer in bringing together contemplative and traditional grief support into a healing modality, and a fellow widow. Creator of the original grief circles framework combining mindfulness and compassion. Practitioner, researcher, educator, guide.

All beliefs are welcome. We welcome all points of views, respectfully. No prior experience with mindfulness is required.

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For your Community

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