THE A GROUNDING PLACE BLOG
Reflections on Trauma, Grief & Reconnection
Articles on trauma, grief, EMDR, and body-based approaches, with reflections and gentle practices to explore at your own pace.
By Adrienne Burns, LPC, LAC
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Trauma & Nervous System
Learn about trauma responses, stress, EMDR, and body awareness.
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Grief & Loss
Reflections on living with loss, navigating reminders, and making room for your experience.
Yoga & Mind-Body Practices
Explore mindful movement, rest, and trauma-sensitive yoga through articles and gentle practices.
Coming Back to Yourself After a Season of Survival
After a long season of grief, stress, or simply getting through each day, you may not feel like yourself right away. Reconnecting can begin with small moments of noticing what you need, without pressure to have it all figured out.
When the Seasons Change and Grief Comes With It
Autumn can hold beauty, comfort, and painful reminders of those we have lost. In this personal reflection, Adrienne explores seasonal grief, the experience of holding joy and sadness at once, and gentle ways to support yourself when grief returns.
The Secondary Losses of Grief: Understanding the Losses No One Talks About
When we think about grief, we often think about the person or relationship we've lost. But grief doesn't just take one thing. It can quietly change your identity, your routines, your sense of belonging, and even the future you imagined.
These are called secondary losses—the often unseen losses that ripple outward after a significant life change. They can be just as painful because they affect every corner of your life in ways you never expected.
If you've ever wondered why your grief feels bigger than the loss itself, you're not alone. In this week's blog, I'm exploring the hidden layers of grief that deserve to be acknowledged with the same compassion as the loss that started it all.
When Your World Stops but Everyone Else's Keeps Going
Grief doesn't just change who we've lost—it changes the way we experience the world around us. In this personal reflection, I share the unspoken realities of grief, the loneliness that can follow profound loss, and why feeling disconnected from your own life is more common than you may realize.
How to Support Someone Who Is Grieving: The Power of Simply Showing Up
When someone we love is grieving, our instinct is often to ease their pain. But what if the greatest gift we can offer isn't the perfect words—it's simply our presence? This article explores how to support someone through grief with compassion, patience, and the courage to simply stay.
How Grief Affects the Body: Understanding the Physical Experience of Loss
Grief isn't just emotional—it affects the body, too. If you've been feeling exhausted, tense, forgetful, or unlike yourself after a loss, you're not alone. Learn why these physical symptoms happen and how to support yourself with compassion.
How Do I Know If I'm Grieving Normally? Understanding the Grief Process After Loss
Grief looks different for everyone, which can leave many people wondering if what they're experiencing is "normal." In this blog, we'll explore common grief reactions, why there is no right or wrong way to grieve, and how to recognize when additional support may be helpful.
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