The Loss Art

02/26/2026

02/24/2026

If you're grieving the loss of someone you love deeply, it’s painful. You likely wish you could "just get over it." You may even hear these words from people in your life. Here's the thing – you need to move through your grief, on your own time, in your own way. There's no "just getting over it."

However, you can grieve with more joy and less suffering. I invite you to check out my upcoming workshops to see if there's a fit for where you are now. During our time together, you'll focus on the love and other gifts the person brought to your life and you'll leave feeling lighter. That's a pretty great start to lessening the weight of grief.

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02/21/2026

There's science behind the power of creativity in moving through grief.

Loss and creativity are two essential parts of the human experience, and when we experience loss personally, creativity might just be the best way out, says Dr. Shelley Carson, a lecturer at Harvard University and author of “Your Creative Brain, Seven Steps to Maximize Imagination, Productivity, and Innovation in Your Life.”

Everyone has the capacity to be creative. “Some of us just express it more robustly,” Carson says.

Don't be surprised if you experience a depletion of creativity immediately after a significant loss. This is normal. We also enjoy a burst of creativity after the loss is less raw.
When you're ready to experience more joy and less suffering, The Loss Art is here to accompany you on your creative grief journey.

02/19/2026

Come celebrate International Women’s Day with me at the Women in Business Expo in Brantford!

I’ll be joining more than 40 women entrepreneurs who are showcasing their products and services at the event. There are also engaging speakers, prize giveaways and swag bags for the first 100 attendees.

Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026
Times: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Best Western Brantford Hotel and Conference Centre, 19 Holiday Dr., Brantford, ON N3R 7J4
RSVP here: https://womeninbusinessexpo.ca/event/women-in-business-expo-2026/

FREE to attend

02/17/2026

Welcome to the Year of the Fire Horse!

This is a high-energy year that rewards courage and movement. Whether you’re planning a career change, starting a business, making a big move or reevaluating your relationships, this is the time to move forward with intention and fire.

Here are some tips to help you thrive:
• Let go of the need for perfection. Horses move fast and make decisions in the moment. Trust your instincts and learn by doing.
• Embrace your passion projects. Whether it’s a side hustle or a hobby you’ve been neglecting, this is your year to take it seriously.
• Avoid burnout by grounding regularly. Fire energy can leave you depleted. Balance action with rest and reflection.
• Be mindful of your temper. The Fire Horse can react quickly. Practice slowing down before making irreversible decisions.
• Focus on freedom, not control. Let this be the year you break free from what has been holding you back.

02/16/2026

Today, I honour every kind of family – the ones beside us, the ones far away and the ones we carry in our hearts. If you’re remembering someone who’s no longer here, know you’re not alone. Love doesn’t end when a life does; it simply changes form and continues in the stories we tell, the traditions we keep and the ways we care for one another.

I wish you a Family Day full of warmth, togetherness and memories with whomever you love as family.

02/15/2026

Here's what a past participant had to say about this upcoming workshop:

“This was a very positive workshop and I left feeling light and peaceful – a feeling which has lasted all day today. I really needed that. Yesterday was one year to the day that my husband collapsed and went into a coma. Today was one year to the day he was admitted to the ICU, where he stayed until his death. The workshop provided me with a much-needed distraction, but the peaceful feeling that I still have has been invaluable. Thank you!”

02/13/2026

Thirty-one years ago today, my beloved sister Laurie died.

Grief has changed shape over the years, but the love stays true. I still carry her laughter, her spirit and the indelible imprint she left on my life. Time has taught me that remembering isn’t about staying in the sadness – it’s about carrying the love with me every day.

Today I’m holding Laurie close in memory and in heart.

If you’re missing someone you love, I’m holding space for you too. 💛

02/11/2026

Without warning, the people of Canada have plunged into nationwide mourning alongside the community of Tumbler Ridge, B.C. My heart breaks for those affected by this tragic loss of life.

When loss is shaped by violence, the grief can be especially heavy – layered with shock, heartbreak and unanswered questions. May those affected be surrounded by care, compassion and support.

02/06/2026

Who's the ideal participant for our workshop that combines creativity and hypnotherapy to help lighten grief? It could be you!

02/05/2026

Life presents surprises all the time. This week, I met with a fellow coach in the area. I became of aware of Teresa because we both joined a local group of women entrepreneurs. I’ve met many wonderful women in this group. I didn’t expect to meet a relative I didn’t know!

My family name appears in my personal account on Facebook. Plancke isn’t common, so my new friend asked about my lineage. It turns out that her great-aunt was married to my grand-uncle! She sent me this photo of a family sitting around a kitchen table, as families do. My grand-uncle is in the white sleeveless T-shirt. I think Teresa and I are cousins once removed. I'll have to dig a little deeper to confirm this. What matters is that she’s family. 😊

It’s always a gift to make a new friend. When relationships deepen and friends become family, they’re gifts we cherish forever. What a gift to find a new friend who’s immediately family!

Keep your eyes and heart open for gifts every day. Sometimes they come out of nowhere and change your life in the best of ways.

02/03/2026

How do creativity and hypnosis help bereaved people feel lighter? You might be surprised!

Visit TheLossArt.com to learn more about our upcoming workshop: Take care of your grieving self with creativity and hypnosis.