Category Archives: Loss & Grief

How To Respond to a Friend in Crisis

Posted on April 12, 2013 by ShastaGFC

I read a lot of articles and books every week (I prefer the term “learner” to “self-help junkie” but the latter is just as true!) so when one still sticks with me a few days later, I figure I may … Continue reading →

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When The Holidays Aren’t Always Merry…

Posted on December 20, 2012 by ShastaGFC

Happy Holidays! Except when they aren’t. For many, this year won’t live up to the Christmas dream. This time of year the expectations are raised so high that we are ever more acutely aware of what we don’t have, who’s … Continue reading →

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I Feel Insecure and It Shows

Posted on November 9, 2012 by ShastaGFC

While describing my life to one of my closest girlfriends yesterday, the metaphor of a crab came to mind. That’s a first. Feeling like a crab… But it captured my feelings, “I feel like a crab who has outgrown her … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness, Peace & Relationships

Posted on July 7, 2011 by ShastaGFC

This last weekend I felt an “ah-ha” in my life.  One of those moments where my soul recognized words that are true for me. I have long been a student of personal growth, wanting to be awake to life.  It … Continue reading →

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It’s Hard to Maintain Friendships Through Stress & Change

Posted on June 1, 2011 by ShastaGFC

I’m tired. May was one of those months for me. A month where so much energy was spent planning, thinking, deciding, wondering, processing and aligning. Change, Stress & Transitions I’m sure you’ve had those life phases where there is just … Continue reading →

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The Holidays Don’t Always Feel Merry

Posted on December 22, 2010 by ShastaGFC

Having served as a pastor in churches, I know full well that just because words like joy, peace, merry and happy are mentioned more in the month of December doesn’t make it more so. In fact, for many, the holiday … Continue reading →

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