Grief Circle: Navigating the Complicated & Ambiguous Grief of Estrangement

Grief is the quiet companion of estrangement. It shows up in the early days of no contact, lingers in the long stretches of silence, and often resurfaces even after reconciliation. But the grief you’re carrying may not feel simple or straightforward—because this is not the grief of a clear loss. This is complicated, prolonged, and

ambiguous grief.

This Grief Circle is a supportive, nurturing space for estranged mothers who are ready to gently face the complex emotions that estrangement brings—and who long to soften the ache, invite in peace, and find their way forward… even when clarity is elusive.

While grief is something most every estranged parent experiences, many will never fully step into it, let alone transform or integrate it. It can feel safer to stay busy, to focus on what went wrong, or to search endlessly for answers. But in doing so, grief remains unprocessed, stuck in the body and heart, showing up as chronic sadness, anger, anxiety, hopelessness, or even physical symptoms.

If you are ready to experience less grief taking over your entire life—and to make room for greater peace—please consider joining me in this supportive, compassionate workshop.

Why a Grief Circle?

While grief touches nearly every estranged parent, few are given the space—or safety—to truly move through it. It’s common to stay busy, hyper-focus on what went wrong, or continue searching for answers that may never come.

But unprocessed grief doesn't disappear. It stays stuck in the body and heart, often showing up as chronic sadness, anger, anxiety, hopelessness, or even physical symptoms.

In this circle, we slow down together. We speak the unspoken. We witness each other with compassion. We grieve, not in isolation—but in the presence of others who get it.

Who Is This For?

This Grief Circle is for estranged or recently reconciled mothers who are ready to:

• - Tend to the heartache that often hides beneath anger or silence.
  - Explore the emotional impact of ambiguous loss
  - Make space for compassion—for self and others
  - Connect with others walking a similar path
  - Begin the process of healing, even when reconciliation is uncertain
  
  

  What This Is Not

  This circle is not about “fixing” the estrangement. It is not about offering advice or solutions. It is about making room for what hurts , so that your grief doesn’t take over your life—and so peace can begin to re-enter, one breath at a time.
  

  Because of the deeply personal and sacred nature of our time together, this Grief Circle will not be recorded. Confidentiality and emotional safety are foundational to this experience.
  

  What Comes After

  Following the circle, participants will have the option to join an ongoing grief support group for continued connection, reflection, and healing.
  
  Please Note: This circle is not about “fixing” the estrangement. It’s about helping you find peace in your heart, no matter what happens next.
  

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