Live & Grieve™ Community
You don’t have to walk through grief alone.
Why Community Matters
Grief is often described as lonely — not because others don’t care, but because grief itself sets us apart. With it we carry a weight that cannot be seen, a love that no longer has a place to go. Isolation magnifies that weight, leaving many people to wonder if anyone truly understands.
But grief, though deeply personal, was never meant to be carried in silence.
When we gather with others who know the ache, something shifts. Tears don’t have to be explained. Stories don’t need to be edited. The nod of understanding from across the room says more than words ever could.
Community doesn’t erase grief, but it makes it bearable. It reminds us that sorrow is not a private weakness — it is part of the human story. And when grief is shared, it becomes lighter, even if only for a moment.
At Live & Grieve™, community is not a side offering — it is the heartbeat of everything we do.
Ways to Connect
Support Groups
Our groups are the foundation of Live & Grieve™. These 13-week circles are guided by trained facilitators and built around our participant workbooks. Each week offers a rhythm of reflection, sharing, and steady encouragement.
Groups are not about “fixing” grief. They are about creating a safe space where your story is honored, your silence is respected, and your pace is accepted. Whether you speak often or simply listen, your presence matters.
Facilitator Circles
Facilitators are never left to do this work alone. They are part of a wider family — connected through mentorship, peer gatherings, and shared resources. We believe those who hold space for others need spaces of their own. Facilitator circles are where leaders come to breathe, learn, and be reminded that they too are carried by community.
Events & Workshops
Beyond weekly groups, Live & Grieve™ hosts gatherings where communities come together to remember, learn, and grow. These may be in-person retreats, online workshops, or local remembrance events. Every gathering is built around the same values: compassion, honesty, and hope.
Online Community (Coming Soon)
We know not everyone can attend in person. That’s why we are building a safe online community where grief can still be shared and honored. Moderated by trained facilitators, these virtual spaces will allow people from anywhere to connect in meaningful ways — through reflection prompts, guided discussions, and shared rituals of remembrance.
The Heartbeat of Our Community
The Live & Grieve™ community is not defined by numbers or locations, but by values that shape every interaction:
- Gentle — We honor the pace and weight of grief. No one is rushed. No one is pressured.
- Grounded — We root everything in lived experience and trauma-informed practice. We don’t offer clichés or easy answers.
- Steady — We show up consistently, week after week, even when the rest of the world grows quiet.
- Hopeful — Not with false promises, but with the courage to live fully while carrying grief.
These values are more than words. They are the posture we hold in every group, every training, every conversation.
Community Stories
Stories breathe life into community. They remind us that grief is different for everyone, yet we are all connected in it.
Here are some voices from those who have walked with us:
- “I didn’t know how much I needed to say my loved one’s name until I was in this group. No one flinched. No one looked away. For the first time in months, I felt like my grief was allowed to exist.” — Participant
- “Leading a group has been the most humbling experience of my life. I don’t have answers, but I have presence. And I’ve learned that presence is enough.” — Facilitator
- “I came thinking I would listen, not talk. But listening to others gave me courage to share. And when I shared, I felt lighter. That’s what this space gave me: the courage to carry grief without hiding it.” — Participant
- “Community doesn’t fix grief, but it changes how you carry it. I walked in with my head down. I walked out remembering I was not alone.” — Participant
- “Even as a facilitator, I’ve learned I need community too. These circles give as much as they ask, and I’m better for it.” — Facilitator
Each story is a reminder: grief connects us, even in its uniqueness. And when shared, grief turns into something bearable — not because it disappears, but because it is carried together.
Join Us
Whether you are grieving, seeking a group, or feeling called to lead, there is a place for you in the Live & Grieve™ community.
If you are simply curious: Join us at an event, read the blog, or reach out.
If you are grieving: Find a group near you or join online.
If you are ready to serve: Become a facilitator and hold space for others.