A story slam is live storytelling based on a theme. Today’s theme is “How We Met” and the purpose is to remember, share and commemorate our Loved Ones through storytelling, emphasizing the significance meeting our Loved One played in the grand scheme of our lives. In this session, participants break into small groups and take […] Read More

Have you ever heard Michele Neff Hernandez and countless others say there is no right way to grieve and yet you still felt like you were coming up short somehow? Or have you felt like you’re grieving as fast as you can, but it’s still not fast enough? Learn about self-compassion and how it can […] Read More

This workshop will offer support for widowed people whose partners died by suicide. We will discuss coping strategies, offer psycho-educational information and provide time and support for participants to meet and interact with others in similar situations. Read More

Moderator: Marny Williams

Marny will be moderating a discussion about the challenging (and sometimes heartwarming) experience of parenting grieving children. She will be joined by a diverse group of widowed panel members who will share their personal parenting experiences addressing a variety of topics and answer questions related to parenting after being widowed.
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Every widowed experience is different, and yet the way the person you love died may influence how you grieve. At Soaring Spirits we’ve discovered that connecting with other people whose loved one died in the same way as yours offers a unique and powerful comfort as you move through your grief. We Have a Widowed […] Read More

Enjoy a morning yoga session with your fellow campers! Read More

I am sure we have all stayed awake at night wondering how the death of our kid’s parent is going to mess them up! We wonder if our support is enough and if we could be doing more. I know I was pretty sure I had scarred my kids for life…but 16 yrs later they […] Read More

Movement matters. Awaken your body and strengthen your mind while learning the basics of hula hooping in this playful movement class. Hula hooping is powerful movement medicine and can feel like pure joy. Discover this low-impact cardio activity and let your inner-child and dancer play. Let’s creatively move together with great music in a safe […] Read More

We are all made up of several different “bodies” – our physical body, our energy body, and our mental body, each of which experiences grief in different ways. After the death of a spouse or partner, it’s common for our energy centers to be totally depleted while also being thrown completely out of alignment. Reiki […] Read More

Nearly one quarter claim “none” as their religious affiliation with nearly a third reporting they seldom or never attend church. Historically, faith traditions helped the grieving with structure and ritual that provided comfort, community, compassion, and a way to seek meaning in what might otherwise seem meaningless. How then are those of us without a […] Read More

When our world is turned upside down by death, grievers are frequently encouraged to “get back to normal.” But how? There is nothing “normal” about the person we love being physically missing from our lives. What if instead of trying to recreate the past or even accept a new normal, we allow ourselves to be […] Read More

Heal your finances as you heal yourself. Widowed people face the unique challenge of having to make important financial decisions amid intense grief. This practical talk gently and compassionately provides widowed people with an overview of how to get organized with their finances and where to focus their attention as they move through the grieving […] Read More

How is grief different for the introvert? What additional challenges come up for those who experience the world from the inside out? In this workshop, we will explore what some of the additional challenges are for introverts in grief. We’ll look at what grief adds to the mix and explore small steps on how to […] Read More

Come have fun with Anita & Mel, hosts of the Widow We Do Now? Podcast as they host the Camp Widow Game Show.  This will be a chance to unwind and laugh at the ridiculous situation we are in as widowed people and maybe even win a prize.  Audience participation will make you a part […] Read More

Restorative yoga encourages us to relax and focus on the present moment, creating a more tranquil state of mind. A regular practice has been proven to create an overall sense of well-being, calm and a more positive sense of self. The physical and mental symptoms of grief can wreak havoc on our mind and body. […] Read More

In her workshop ‘Grieving and Growing After An Overdose Death’ Sarah shares her story of love and loss in the shadow of the Opioid Crisis. Her story helps us to understand more deeply the pain, the grief, and the complicated emotions that accompany a loss due to overdose. Through personal storytelling infused with warmth, vulnerability, […] Read More