The Space Grief Creates

Grief feels like a hole in your heart.
An emptiness that doesn’t really go away.
Some days it’s heavy and loud.
Other days, it’s just…there — quiet, lingering, a shadow in the background.
But it never fully leaves.

It brings all the emotions — sadness, anger, guilt, even moments of laughter.
Sometimes all in the same breath.
There’s no timeline, no right way to move through it.
It’s your process.

Grief can close your heart.
Make you shut down.
Go numb.
But it can also crack you wide open —
to deeper love, compassion, connection.

That part? That’s yours to decide.

Grief is not to be rushed or judged.
And it doesn’t have to make sense to everyone.
There can be beauty here. A gift.
You just have to be willing to explore all possibility.

This is where Breathwork comes in.

For anyone moving through grief — for any reason at all — Breathwork can be a powerful support.

It helps you meet yourself where you are, without needing to fix or rush the process.
It gives your body a voice when your mind is too overwhelmed to make sense of it all.
It lets you feel — really feel — without getting stuck.
It clears what’s been held in your chest, your gut, your throat.

The tears, the anger, the silence — Breathwork makes space for all of it.
And in that space, healing begins to happen.

It won’t erase the grief.
But it will help you carry it with more grace,
more softness,
and eventually…more peace.

Grief can close your heart.
And it can open it.
Your choice.

Kelly Whalen is a Professional Betty Coach who brings a wealth of knowledge and lived experience to her work – Life Coach, Personal Trainer, Ontological Nutrition Coach, and Certified Breathwork Facilitator. Whether you are contending with grief, interested in trying Breathwork, or looking for a coach who specializes in creating the container for healing and growth, Kelly is here for it.

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