Navigating the rivers of grief
A four week journey through your grief as you learn to ride the waves, stay grounded as they pass, and find your unique way forward.
Grief touches all of us, but we rarely talk about how to be with it and move through it. This course offers guidance to understand more about what you are feeling and experiencing, to help you find your unique way forward, with and through your grief.
THE JOURNEY OF GRIEF
OUR FOUR WEEKS TOGETHER
WEEK 1 | A UNIQUE JOURNEY
In the first week, we look at what grief actually is and then address some common myths and misconceptions about grief and mourning. You’ll learn that grief is unique to every individual, which means that only you can really know and walk your own grief journey.
WEEK 2 | HONOURING YOUR NEEDS
The second week is all about honouring your needs. When an intense experience of profound loss happens, what we need most is grounding and nurturing self-care. So our focus will be on your wellbeing. You’ll also learn about your rights as a griever and how you can confidently communicate your needs to others.
WEEK 3 | BREAKING UNHELPFUL CYCLES
The third week is about breaking unhelpful cycles of thinking that are common when we are grieving a loss. It’s easy to slip into negative thinking patterns that then influence our feelings and our behaviours. This module will show you how to break the cycle of negative thinking by noticing, evaluating and reframing unhelpful thoughts.
WEEK 4 | FINDING YOUR WAY FORWARD
In our final week, we explore some of the most difficult feelings that can accompany grief: shame, guilt and regret. When we allow ourselves to become consumed by these intense emotions we cannot move forward. But by facing and exploring them, you will learn to let go and forgive. Gratitude can light your way forward.
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Our hope is that this course provides a light in that dark... An opportunity for you to learn to be with your grief in new and different ways. To remain grounded, open and engaged, as you find your unique way forward.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY OF GRIEF-WALKERS
Enrol now to gain immediate access and begin this nourishing four week journey through your grief.
BETTER TOGETHER
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YOUR GRIEF JOURNEY, YOUR WAY
As this course is an online, self-directed program, it gives you the freedom to navigate your grief journey in your own time, in your own space and at your own pace.
Each week you will be invited to complete:
Each week you will be invited to complete:
As we walk alongside the river of grief, we can learn to be more grounded, more confident, and more in flow with the water. As our grief moves through us, it has the power to heal and transform us; growing deeper roots to weather the storms of life.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY OF GRIEF-WALKERS
Enrol now to gain immediate access and begin this nourishing four week journey through your grief.
ABOUT THE EDMONTON HEALING CENTRE
MEET THE TEAM
Following a rewarding career as an independent organizational development consultant in Australia, life led Libby to Canada where she completed a Masters in Psychotherapy and Spirituality. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Libby now works with individuals and groups facing or navigating loss, death, bereavement, transition and/or transformation.
"When tended to and accepted, grief generates growth."
Libby Kostromin
Anna’s approach as a therapist and facilitator is not only informed by her extensive education, training and professional experience; it is rooted in her own life experiences and a deep love and care for human beings. She believes that a true master is one who remains a lifelong student.
"Grief invites us to dig deep into our roots. To accept death, loss and uncertainty. We will return changed, grown and with a renewed sense of purpose and gratitude for life and its gifts".
"Grief invites us to dig deep into our roots. To accept death, loss and uncertainty. We will return changed, grown and with a renewed sense of purpose and gratitude for life and its gifts".
Anna Jongeleen
Carolyn landed in Canada from the US, after years of immersion in other world cultures. Working with a hospice organization led Carolyn to being with people as they grieved the loss of loved ones. She brings presence and compassion into her work with grief, and warmly invites each individual's full experience.
"With grief, the healing is held within the pain of loss."
"With grief, the healing is held within the pain of loss."
Carolyn Tait
When we accompany you on your journey, we are with you from a place of deep connection, empathy and personal understanding, as well as our professional experience.
Anna Jongeleen
GRIEF IS LOVE
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long is the course?
The course is structured as a four week journey. You will receive immediate access to the Welcome section when you sign up, you will then receive access to Week 1 12-24 hours later, and all subsequent modules will be unlocked/sent to you weekly.
How long do I have to complete it?
Although the course is structured as a four week journey, everyone is different and you may find that you need more time for each week. You can take as long as you like, remembering you have 12 months access to all course elements from the time you sign up.
Are there any live calls or a community?
This course is self-directed, meaning there are no live calls or community elements. All videos are pre-recorded and other course elements are automated. This allows you to navigate your own unique grief journey in your own time, in your own space and at your own pace.
What if I need more support?
We will support you in any way we can. At any point, you are welcome to email us at [email protected] and we will answer your questions about the course and/or your personal grief journey. Depending on your location, we may or may not be able to offer you individual counselling and we may redirect you to local resources available to you.
How do I know if it's right for me/if I'm ready?
Before signing up for the course, please review the section on this page entitled 'This course is/isn't right for you if...' Being a fully online, self-directed course, it won't be the right fit for everyone and it's up to you to decide if it's what you need in this moment. No refunds will be offered for change of mind, so please make sure you are ready and willing to do the work of grief in this way.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY OF GRIEF-WALKERS
Enrol now to gain immediate access and begin this nourishing four week journey through your grief.
It can be scary to fully face your grief. You may feel daunted, unsure of how to move forward or terrified thinking there’s no end in sight. This course will have you feeling held, guided and encouraged through your grief journey.
LIBBY KOSTROMIN