I thought I’d share a little about this past year—its decisions and transitions.
Over the last several months, I noticed that I had become so busy navigating life changes that I
intentionally did a bit of self-isolation. Some unknowingly and some purposefully.

In the quiet you can hear God’s purpose for the rest of your life. Little snapshots of vision and hope.
When my husband of 30 years suddenly passed away, I entered a season of numbing grief that I
will never forget.
It was almost paralyzing—not just emotionally, but in my sense of direction. It felt like I didn’t
have any grasp on what was next. My normal responses to life felt inaccessible.
No one really tells you how profound these feelings will be. And honestly, it wouldn’t matter,
because every person experiences grief and loss differently.
What does that depend on? Just to name a few things:

• How grounded you are personally.
• Your support system. (family, friends, counselors, coaches, pastors, community)
• Your mindset and resilience threshold. (everybody is different, especially if they haven’t allowed
  themselves to heal from past trauma)
• How well you are resourced
  This is something I’ve coached and counseled people through for years…And now, suddenly, I was on the other side.
  What mattered most to me was knowing I could walk through the valley and still restore the
  things that truly matter.
  At the same time, there were things I had hung onto for dear life…that I knew I had to release.
  The loss of a loved one changes your life in ways you can never imagine. It challenges your
  sense of self, your core beliefs, your direction… and of course your finances.
  One thing I can say with certainty is that God—my primary resource—along with my family,
  friends, and community, served me with such kindness and compassion that I consider myself
  richly blessed.
  And God… always restores.
  My sense of direction, my desires, and my purpose for walking out my life and calling have been
  renewed.

Some things I resisted, hid from, or blocked before, I now embrace and learn anew.
Sometimes you simply need to get out of your own way. And give yourself that much needed
time for healing. You don’t have to figure everything out right away.
I still love coaching and consulting.
Relationships and transitions are still my thing.
I have really enjoyed working with businesses these past couple of years. Helping support
employee growth, satisfaction, and retention. Facilitating tough conversations through
transformative mediation.
I love that God brought me a dear friend and husband who lights my life up!
A new place to live, and neighbors who are amazing!
Life feels full again—
and my soul is flooded with gratitude. It is well.
You don’t have to rush healing or clarity.
Stay grounded.
Stay connected to safe people.
Keep your mind open to ALL the possibilities.
Take the next small step.
Restoration often happens quietly, along the way!

#Lifetransition #Griefandloss #Recovery #Restoration @fosterslifecoaching.net