Mourning Breaks

02/26/2026

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02/18/2026

Grief impacts individuals, families, and entire communities—especially in the aftermath of tragedy.

In response to the recent Tumbler Ridge tragedy, BCBH, in support of CAI, is offering a free, trauma-informed community webinar focused on understanding grief, resilience, and pathways to healing.

This session will explore how grief presents emotionally, physically, and socially, while sharing practical strategies and local support resources.

📅 Feb 20, 2026 | ⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM PT | 💻 Online
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CKBVQrHiRC2mXoLR105MpQ #/registration

Please share with colleagues, community members, or anyone who may benefit.

02/18/2026

Today, I recognize the weight of the added layers of sorrow and suffering in the homes where a family member has died as this deeply reflective month of Ramadan unfolds in the global Muslim community.

I’m sharing a thoughtful reflection by Dalia Abu Ramadan, a Palestinian writer from Gaza whose evocative storytelling brings to life the humanity amid siege and pain.

In her article, she tenderly explores the challenges of grief, guilt, despair. She reflects on the deep sorrows that exist alongside the comfort of this sacred month.

Wishing you peace each day, and the strength to endure.

Ramadan Kareem.💛

https://prismreports.org/2026/02/17/ramadan-gaza-ceasefire/

02/17/2026

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02/14/2026

Mourning Reflection…

Good morning (or maybe it's a hard, or * #!@% morning...and that's okay)

I wanted to let you know that whatever you are feeling today, on Valentine’s Day, it is okay, that of course there will be many and varied emotions at play on a day such as this. Allow yourself to feel what you feel.

I hope you can find moments today where a memory seeps in and brings some comfort, some warmth. I encourage you to embrace that moment, and to hold yourself with care and compassion for all you've been through.

Love is at the core of our lives as human beings and it can be felt and expressed in many ways, with many people. I encourage you to feel that love, to let it carry you, to extend it outward to someone within your circle, even if it's the clerk at the grocery store (if you're even venturing out today - cocooning is also a good choice if that feels better!)

Even while our hearts are broken, for whatever the reason or circumstance, we can soften, we can be gentle with ourselves and those around us wherever possible. You might choose to send a text or email to someone you care about, or perhaps call up a friend you haven't spoken to for a little while. Love is connection and comfort and we can choose to embrace it, even while we grieve what we've lost.

I wanted you to know that you're being thought of today, and I appreciate how complex the experience of facing such a day can be, no matter how many times you've had to face it.

I also wanted to share an upcoming webinar being hosted by What's Your Grief (a robust grief support resource in the U.S.) on February 25th that might be of interest.

"Living alone after loss means managing both the practical realities and the emotional weight of daily life without someone who used to be there. This webinar addresses the specific challenges that come with solo living after the death of a partner, family member, or close companion."

REGISTER: https://streamyard.com/watch/THvE6sj6q9z7

Thinking of you, as always.
Cheryl 💛

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Living alone after loss means managing both the practical realities and the emotional weight of daily life without someone who used to be there. This webinar addresses the specific challenges that come with solo living after the death of a partner, family member, or close companion. We'll talk about...

02/14/2026

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02/13/2026

Join What's Your Grief on Wednesday, February 25th for a webinar addressing the specific challenges that come with solo living after the death of a partner, family member, or close companion. ❤️‍🩹

02/13/2026

A selection of supportive articles and resources for you on the eve of Valentine’s Day.❤️‍🩹

Take it slow, honour what you need most, tend to your heart in ways that support you best.

Love yourself through.
You are worthy of tenderness…always. 💐

1. Reflections on the meaning of grief and love from Litsa of What’s Your Grief (grief support org in U.S.)
https://whatsyourgrief.com/the-many-types-of-love-and-loss/

2. Tania shares her experience navigating Valentine’s Day following the death of her wife, Charlotte: https://letstalkaboutloss.org/2026/02/10/grieving-a-partner-on-valentines-day/

3. Sue Ryder (grief support org in England/Wales/Scotland) shares supportive strategies to navigate the day: https://www.sueryder.org/grief-support/helping-you-cope-with-grief/grieving-on-special-occasions/your-first-valentines-day-after-the-death-of-a-loved-one/

4. Eleanor of What’s Your Grief (grief support org in U.S.) shares thoughts on how to get through the day: https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-and-valentines-day-2014/

'Grief is love' might be one of the most common phrases found around the internet. It says so much and also somehow not enough. Exploring the types of love

02/13/2026

❤️ May this bring some comfort to you today.

02/12/2026

Another supportive Canadian resource to share within your circles.

Specific, sensitive, non-bigoted, age-appropriate ways to talk to kids, teens, youth about what happened in Tumbler Ridge BC 💙

How to Talk to Your Kids about School Shootings Mama February 11, 2026 0 Comments How to Talk to Your Kids about School Shootings To our MAR families, friends, and followers, We wish we weren’t writing this. Many of us woke up this morning feeling extra heavy. Yesterday’s violence at Tumbler Rid...