Iesha Congo Watson, Grief Specialist, Iesha Congo Watson Consulting

Healing from Grief: G.R.O.W. Your Way to Transformation

Let me tell you something, family: grief is a journey, not a destination. It’ll shake you to your core, leaving you wondering if you’ll ever be whole again. But I’m here to tell you right now: your grief is not the end. It’s the beginning of a transformation. Allow yourself the opportunity to G.R.O.W.

G.R.O.W. isn’t just a method — it’s a life-changing approach that helps you move through the pain and emerge stronger, wiser, and more whole. If you’re feeling like you’re stuck if the weight of grief is pressing you down, take a deep breath. God’s got a plan for you. You can make it through this, and I will show you how.

G: Gauge Your Emotions

You see, the first step in healing is to gauge where you’re at. Don’t ignore the emotions rising in you. Don’t push them down. Take a moment to check in with yourself. How are you feeling? Are you angry? Sad? Frustrated? Overwhelmed? Whatever it is, don’t judge yourself for it. Emotions are a gift. They’re the signals of your heart telling you that something matters. So don’t bottle them up — feel them fully. Permit yourself to feel all the things. You’ve earned that right.

R: Reflect on Your Emotions

Once you’ve gauged your emotions, it’s time to reflect. Take a step back and look at what’s going on in your heart. What are these emotions telling you? What do they need you to understand? Reflecting is about giving yourself grace amid the pain. You might think you’re not strong enough to carry this weight, but God doesn’t make mistakes. You are more than capable of handling what life has thrown your way. Reflect on your journey, acknowledge your pain, and honor the process. You’re on your way to healing.

O: Overcome Challenges

Life will throw curveballs, and grief often makes those challenges feel insurmountable. But here's the truth — you can overcome them. When you face challenges head-on, you build spiritual and emotional muscles. Maybe it's getting through a tough family gathering or simply getting out of bed when the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Each step forward is a victory. Trust God, lean into your inner strength, and remind yourself that every challenge you face is an opportunity to rise higher.

W: Work on Resilience

Resilience doesn’t mean pretending everything is okay when it’s not. It means finding ways to rise despite it all. It’s about building the kind of faith that can weather the storm. Working on resilience might look like leaning into prayer, journaling your thoughts, or surrounding yourself with people who lift you. And when setbacks come, remember this: you have already overcome so much. Every time you get back up, you prove to yourself that you are stronger than your grief.

Healing Through G.R.O.W.

When you work through the G.R.O.W. method, you’re not just healing — you’re transforming. You’re turning your grief into something powerful. Something that can fuel your purpose and elevate your life. It’s about understanding that grief is a part of your story, not the whole story.

Listen, I know it’s hard. I know it feels like you’re not going to make it. But I’m here to remind you that you are not alone. You are walking through this with the grace of God, with strength, with faith. And I’m walking beside you every step of the way. You don’t have to face this alone. The healing process might not happen overnight, but trust me, it’s happening. You are G.R.O.W.ing, and you are rising.

You’ve got this.