Grief Connect

21/04/2026

Grief does not get smaller.

Life grows around it.

Most people are waiting for the pain to shrink.

They think time will take it away
That one day it won’t feel like this

But that is not how this works.

The loss stays.

What changes is your capacity to carry it.

The shift is this:
Stop waiting for grief to disappear.
Start building a life that can hold it.

That is where real movement happens.

The Grief Connect Community is designed for this.

Inside the Grief Connect Community, you are supported as you build a life alongside your grief, with guidance that fits into your everyday reality.

Join the waitlist for the Grief Connect Community. Doors open in May.
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21/04/2026

If you are experiencing grief… here is your reminder that it’s ok to pause x

20/04/2026

There is a lot going on out there for people energy OUT at the moment.

This year has been a big one with so much going on in the world, and throw a whole heap of grief in there and it's really tough.

It's not an easy time, so if you're feeling it, you're not alone in that!!

Tell me where your energy is at today?

20/04/2026

The funeral is over.

And this is often where things start to feel harder, not easier.

In the days that follow, reality begins to settle in.

Paperwork.
Decisions.
Phone calls.
Services to navigate.

All while you’re carrying the weight of deep grief.

It’s a lot. And most people aren’t prepared for this part.

There’s often an assumption that support ends with the funeral. But what comes next can feel just as overwhelming, if not more.

That’s exactly why I created the After the Funeral: The Unspoken Next Steps guide.

It’s there for that moment.

When your mind is foggy.
When everything feels too much.
When you’re trying to work out what actually needs to be done.

It offers practical guidance, step by step, so you’re not left trying to figure it all out on your own.

Because in those early days, you don’t need more pressure. You need clarity, and something steady to lean on.

If this is where you find yourself right now, you can access the guide and take things one step at a time.

19/04/2026

Sometimes, it’s those moments where you just wish you knew what to say.

When someone you care about is grieving, the words don’t always come, even when your caring intention is there.

And that’s often where people get stuck.

If you’ve ever found yourself wanting to support someone who is grieving but unsure what to say, you’re not alone. The words don’t always come easily, especially when it matters most.

That’s exactly why I created The Grief Language Project® Connect Cards.

They give you the language of empathy when you don’t have it.
They help you show up with care, without second guessing yourself.
They make it easier to say something real, instead of saying nothing at all.

Because support doesn’t need to be perfect.
It just needs to be genuine.

If this feels like a sign for you… trust it.

Explore Connect Cards and feel more confident in supporting someone who needs you.

Ready to know what to say?
Comment ‘CARDS’ and I’ll send you the link.

18/04/2026

Over the last couple of days in Perth I’ve met members of the Cemetery and Crematoria Association of Western Australia and spoke at the seminar yesterday. What really stood out for me was the incredible energy vibes from everyone in attendance. Thanks so much to all members and your work in providing high care services to people experiencing grief. You all make a difference.

16/04/2026

Saying “let me know if you need anything” is not support.

It puts the responsibility back on the person who is already overwhelmed.

Most people say it because they don’t want to get it wrong.
But in reality, it creates distance.

Grieving people are not sitting there with a clear list of needs.

They are exhausted.
Foggy.
Trying to get through the day.

The shift is this:
Stop offering open-ended help.
Start offering specific, practical support.

“I’m bringing dinner on Thursday.”
“I’m picking up the kids tomorrow.”
“I’m checking in on you this week.”

This removes pressure and creates real support.

This is the difference between intention and impact.

With over 20 years in grief work, this is one of the most common gaps I see.

The Grief Connect Community is designed for this.

This is a space you can confidently refer someone to, where they receive ongoing support and professional guidance.

Doors open in May. This is a place you can confidently refer someone to for real support. Share this post and let them know Join the waitlist for the Grief Connect Community by subscribing here: https://www.rfr.bz/fe2e530

16/04/2026

Tomorrow I’ll be speaking at the Cemeteries and Crematoria Association of Western Australia’s Annual Seminar.

The theme is People Caring for People… and it couldn’t be more relevant.

I’ll be presenting on What Happens After The Funeral.

Because while so much care and precision goes into the service itself, what comes next is often where people are left to navigate things on their own.

Working in this space means being alongside grief every day.
Supporting families in some of the hardest moments of their lives.
Balancing professionalism with human connection, over and over again.

Working in the grief and bereavement industry is not an easy job, and the greatest of respect to all who put their heart and soul into this work.

Through Grief Connect, I’ll be sharing practical ways to support people beyond the service.
From simple tools like the Connect Cards, through to ongoing support in the Grief Connect Community, and counselling when more support is needed.

Looking forward to being in the room with people who do this work every day.

14/04/2026

Grief is not something you “process and move on” from.

That idea is one of the biggest reasons people feel like they’re failing.

You’re told to work through stages
To find closure
To get back to normal

And when that doesn’t happen, you assume something is wrong with you.

There isn’t.

Grief is not a problem to solve.
It is something you learn to live alongside.

The shift is this:
Stop measuring your progress by how “better” you feel.

Start measuring it by how supported you are while living with it.

That is where things actually change.

I have spent over 20 years working in grief. This is what people are not told.

The Grief Connect Community is designed for this.

Inside the Grief Connect Community, you will have ongoing connection, professional guidance, and real conversations about real grief.

Join the waitlist for the Grief Connect Community by clicking here: www.subscribepage.io/nQuHD3

Doors open in May. This is where you stop trying to manage this alone.

14/04/2026

Have a listen to Harvey Community Radio at 10am! Loved this interview which Verity!!

Sounds Like Harvey 2026 – Women in the Workforce Series

Join us for the second instalment of Sounds Like Harvey 2026: Women in the Workforce tomorrow at 10am!

This week, our Friday Station Coordinator Verity Hyde sits down with Michelle Moriarty — Social Worker, grief specialist, and founder of Grief Connect®. Her work is shaped by both professional expertise and lived experience, supporting people through loss in all its forms.

Together, they explore Michelle’s career journey and share valuable advice for women starting out in the workforce.

We're having honest conversations about real experiences!

Tune in Tuesday at 10am or for a replay Thursday at 4pm and Saturday at 2pm.

Don’t miss this thoughtful and empowering episode made possible thanks to funding through the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

13/04/2026

You're grieving and you’ve been told you should try counselling… but it doesn't feel the right fit for you. So.... no thanks.

That doesn’t mean you don’t need support. It just means that model doesn’t fit you.

That’s exactly why I created the Grief Connect® Community.

It’s for people who are missing someone they love and want support in a way that feels more natural and easily accessible, any time of the day.

You can join from home, sitting on your own couch, reading and listening without having to speak. You can post or participate as you feel works for you, and being around others who understand without needing your full story.

You’ll have access to monthly live sessions with me, real connection with others who get it, and practical guidance for the days that hit hardest.

Doors open in May, and founding members will receive a lifetime lower rate.

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines thinking “nothing feels right for me,” this is your chance to step into something different.

Secure your spot on the waitlist now:

You are grieving the death of someone irreplaceable

13/04/2026

Thank you to The Canberra Times for publishing my article on the complex issue of bereavement leave, where two days is simply not enough time to grieve the death of a partner without additional support.

This is a significant issue. It is easy to ignore until it is you being expected to return to work after your partner dies. Let me tell you, there is nothing that can prepare you for this absolute living nightmare.

Widowed grief is real and significant. It is time to stop avoiding the reality that 'death happens' and ensure appropriate support is in place, rather than attempting to respond only when people reach crisis point.

Much of this distress is preventable when the right support exists from the outset. Instead of waiting on the sidelines for meaningful grief support to exist, I built it myself and founded Grief Connect®

I see the impact of unsupported grief every day through the Grief Connect® widowed support groups.

Full story is available at: https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9214218/michelle-moriarty-why-two-days-bereavement-leave-is-not-enough/
If you saw it too, you would act!!

All I can do is keep speaking about it, keep shouting out loud from my keyboard, keep calmly advocating in-person, and continue sharing my story alongside the stories of the 1,029,142 widowed people across Australia.

You can see how important grief and bereavement support services truly are.

The Grief Connect® Young and Over 55s Widowed Support Groups are both expanding rapidly and I need your help with sourcing Social Workers and Psychologists to help with the facilitation of the Facebook groups for psychological safety. Our groups not only support widowed people with having a safe place to share and connect, but also to survive overwhelming grief and remain and active member in the community and workplace. If you are in a position to support the expansion of Grief Connect® Widowed Support Groups through funding or partnership, don't just scroll on here. Please send me a private message and let's get the conversation started about what's possible. https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9214218/michelle-moriarty-why-two-days-bereavement-leave-is-not-enough/