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Today, I want to talk about grief and its transformative power. Organizing your thoughts and emotions throughout the chaos that grief brings your way will help you. I have learned to reframe grief in my head, and I now call grief “growth moments.” I know that grief can only stay for so long. The power of focus and organizing yourself while navigating a life event is essential. Creating structure while navigating the unexpected can be a beacon through the emotional storms. Grief is a personal experience, and we will navigate it differently, but the only consistency I have found is the crucial need for patience and self-compassion. Find your focus. Make a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly goal. These goals will serve as measurements while you are in the storm. Each of us is dealing with a storm. It may be an emotional, physical, or mental storm, but we all deeply understand it. When you find your focus, you are not just moving through the grief but learning, growing, and transforming into a stronger, more resilient version of yourself who will be better equipped to navigate the chaos that grief brings. Grief is messy, uncomfortable, and sometimes paralyzing, but choosing a forward-thinking mindset, utilizing the tools you work with each day, creating structure and goals, and taking an inventory of your focus will help you through the grief. The season of grief will allow you to stand beside another person and support them. Remember, your happiness is your responsibility.
As we continue focusing on our basic needs, I want to honor the moments that seemed like our biggest struggles. I want you to remember the days you were sure would break you. I know reflections of past struggles are painful, but I want you to see that it did not define you. You are resilient, and with the proper work, you can transform those obstacles and painful moments into an empathetic, forward-moving opportunity to help another person. We are either walking into a storm, in a storm, or out of a storm. This life is not easy, but you are resilient. You continue to do the hard work emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. Each day is a new opportunity to take the next step. Start the new journey or complete the goal. You are only stuck if you stop. Remember, your happiness is your responsibility.
How are you feeling about tending to your basic needs? Are you starting to feel more connected to your current situation? Have you nurtured relationships and built meaningful connections? Regardless of your path, there is always time to connect to yourself by journaling or connecting to others. You are important and deserve to prioritize your self-care. You were created for this very moment. You are incredible, from the crown of your head to the bottom of your feet. Each of us is on a unique path, and you never know how your presence will be a present to another person. Make time for genuine conversations and shared experiences. Engage in active listening and show empathy, as understanding others deepens bonds. Participate in community activities or volunteer work to expand your social circle and contribute to a more significant cause. Practice mindfulness to stay present in your interactions and express gratitude for the connections you have. Building a sense of connection enriches your life and fosters a supportive, interconnected community. Remember, your happiness is your responsibility.
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