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Navigating the Upcoming Holidays: A Compassionate Guide for Those Grieving
he holiday season brings a complex mix of emotions for everyone, but when you're grieving the loss of your spouse, these months can feel overwhelming. The twinkling lights, familiar traditions, and expectation of joy can create a sharp contrast to the emptiness you're experiencing. You're not alone in feeling this way, and it's okay to acknowledge that this season looks different now.

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Aug 25, 20253 min read


Navigating the Complex Emotions of Guilt After Losing a Spouse
Grieving the loss of a spouse is an incredibly personal and multifaceted experience. Amidst the waves of sadness, love, and longing, many individuals also find themselves wrestling with a powerful and often unexpected emotion: guilt. Whether you feel guilt because of past actions, inactions, or even relief after their passing, it’s important to remember that these feelings, as complex as they are, are not uncommon.

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Jun 16, 20254 min read


Dealing with Widow and Widower Guilt: Moving Forward After Loss
Losing a spouse is one of life's most overwhelming and heartbreaking experiences. For many widows and widowers, the grief feels suffocating,

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Feb 27, 20254 min read


Exploring the Benefits of Dating a Widow or Widower: How to Navigate Conversations About Their Loss
Entering the dating scene is exciting, filled with endless opportunities to meet unique individuals with life stories that have shaped who t

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Feb 19, 20254 min read


Navigating the Dating Scene as a Widow: How to Embrace Your Past and Find Love Again
Rediscover dating as an independent woman and widow. Learn how to approach dating, handle insecurities, and find love with confidence.

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Feb 13, 20254 min read


Finding Secrets After the Death of a Spouse: Navigating the Unknown
Losing a spouse is one of life’s most challenging experiences. It often feels like the rug has been pulled out from under you, leaving a gap

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Nov 23, 20244 min read


Navigating Grief Triggers: How to Support Yourself as a Widow or Widower
Coping with the loss of a spouse can be likened to searching for a matching sock in a dryer full of mismatched socks - a whirlwind of emotio

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Oct 3, 20244 min read


Navigating Sexuality After Loss: The Unspoken Truths of Widow's Fire
It's a term used to describe a sudden, often uncontrollable desire for sexual intimacy following the death of a partner.

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Sep 26, 20246 min read


Navigating Life Alone: The Complexities of Being Young and Widowed
Coping with grief while navigating the uncharted waters of young adulthood presents a unique set of hurdles that require strength, resilienc

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Aug 6, 20243 min read
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