Author Archives: Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds

Mary Oliver’s “Heavy” Speaks to the Weight of Grief

The poet eloquently conveys the dizzying effect of loss

That time I thought I could not go any closer to grief without dying I went closer, and I did not die. Surely God had his hand in this, as well as friends. Still, I was bent, and my laughter, … Continue reading

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An Inspiring Quote From Joseph Campbell About Navigating Life’s Challenges With Grace

Plus a lovely handmade heart made from spring flowers ffrom SevenPonds
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A Moving Quote From Victoria Alexander About the Needs of the Grieving

Plus a beautiful heart made from springtime flowerrs from SevenPonds
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Eleven Quotes About Reincarnation

A collection of eloquent quotes reflecting on the possibility of life after death

What happens to our consciousness after we die? That is, perhaps, life’s greatest mystery, and one that countless thought leaders have tried to explain through the ages with no tangible success. And yet, most people alive today believe that the … Continue reading

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A Beautiful Quote from Brene Brown About Healing From Grief

Plus a gorgeous heart made from red roses from SevenPonds
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Flowers for Comfort: How Can We Use Nature to Heal from Grief?

An interview with author and illustrator Jessica Roux about how flowers help us heal

Jessica Roux is a Nashville-based freelance illustrator who is a self-proclaimed plant and animal enthusiast. She is the author of and co-author of several books, including “Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers.” SevenPonds sat down with … Continue reading

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