From Heartache to Hope: Regaining Purpose, Meaning and Joy After Losing a Child

Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better Life

Melissa Hull lost her precious 4 year old son to an accidental drowning which left her overwhelmed with grief, loss, and guilt. Follow her inspirational journey of healing and creating a life she is proud of. Melissa is a best-selling author, international keynote speaker, heart-centered life coach and the creator of “the Art of Healing” online programs. You can reach Melissa at her website https://melissahull.com
Some of the highlights Melissa shares:

• Her harrowing story of losing her son Drew to an accidental drowning
• Dealing with extreme pain, grief and guilt
• Double tragedy - how losing a child can lead to a failed marriage
• Loneliness and grief beyond imagination
• Overcoming thoughts such as, "I'm not a good mother," "I failed as a mother," "I'm not good enough," and "I deserved this."
• "I need to leave this life so I can be with my son"
• Receiving vital support from strangers and a letter marked "to the mother of Drew"
• You might be tempted to beat yourself up, but focus on the love
• Learning to be compassionate to yourself
• Learning how to forgive yourself
• From this point on you have to choose to be either bitter or better
• If she can do it, so can I - the power of supportive community
• Finding the next right step
• How cracks in a relationship amplify during stress
• If I couldn't change the situation at least I could make a difference for someone else
• Creating meaning and purpose again - my son is more than just a loss
• Giving yourself permission to experience joy and fulfillment again
• How gratitude elevates emotions
• How to support a grieving parent - what to say and what not to say
• Just be with them - you don't have to say anything
• I'm not just surviving, I'm thriving and creating a life I'm proud of
• You are worthy and capable of creating a life of joy, meaning, and purpose
• We can all be a lighthouse for others
• Creating a community of support for other parents who have suffered loss
• Free yourself from fear and unapologetically shape your life story
• And more

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Also please visit the Hope for Healing website at hopeforhealingfoundation.org for free resources to increase happiness, build confidence and self esteem, improve relationships, manage stress, and calm feelings of depression and anxiety. Become the champion of your own story as you overcome your challenges.