Holding Space with Michelle
Why I Got Into the Grief Game
Because There’s No Right Way to Grieve—But You Don’t Have to Do It Alone.
Grief is weird.
And messy. And human. And sacred. However you’re feeling today, this site will meet you there—with warmth, honesty, and maybe a stress toy or two.
What You’ll Find Here
This is a place for the heartbroken, the awkward supporters, the “I didn’t know what to say” crowd, and the “Why does this hurt so much?” crew.
Our Vision
Supporting individuals and families through grief, while providing professional resources for organizations navigating loss and crisis communication.
Mission Statement
Grief is hard enough. You do not need platitudes. You need something real. At Holding Space, we create honest, human resources for the hardest moments: cards that skip the clichés, journals that ask better questions, and guides that remind you are not broken. Sometimes we even use humor — the kind you laugh at quietly and wonder if you’re going to hell for — because grief can be brutal and funny in the same breath. Our mission is to meet you where you are, without judgment or timelines, and help you carry what matters most.
Who we are
This is a place for the heartbroken, the awkward supporters, the “I didn’t know what to say” crowd, and the “Why does this hurt so much?” crew.
You’ll find:
– Real-talk grief support
– Gentle, honest tools
– Books that don’t sugarcoat it
– Grief cards for people who hate greeting cards
– Useful, non-clichéd freebies you can share with someone grieving—or use yourself when the ache sneaks up out of nowhere.
And yes—some gallows humor.
Because if we don’t laugh (a little), we might never stop crying.
Primary Services
Grief Support Products
- Sympathy & Condolence Cards – Thoughtfully crafted cards that go beyond clichés — written to offer real comfort and connection during impossible moments.
- Grief Journals – Guided journals designed to help mourners process emotions, capture memories, and navigate their grief at their own pace.
- Grief Support Guides – Compassionate, practical resources that blend real talk with gentle advice — for those grieving, and for the friends and family who want to show up for them.
- Educational Materials – Accessible, research-informed resources to better understand grief and support loved ones through it.
More Services to Come
This is just the start. I’m continually creating new resources — more books, more guides, and new ways to help people show up for each other in grief. Stay tuned for updates as the library grows.
Grief Cards
The Holding Space Book Series
Resources
FAQ’s
Are you a grief expert?
Let’s just say I’ve earned a few emotional PhDs. I’ve lost both of my parents, a best friend, and others in ways that were expected, sudden, complicated, or just awful. I’ve also helped people write eulogies, plan memorials, and figure out how to keep breathing after the unthinkable. I’m not a therapist, but I am someone who knows how to hold space without flinching.
Are you licensed?
Nope. Not a counselor, not a therapist, not a priest. Just someone who has spent a lot of time in the trenches and realized grief and funeral prep might be my oddly specific calling. I write, I listen, I support. I do not diagnose or prescribe. I do recommend snacks.
Have you experienced every kind of grief?
No. And I won’t pretend I have. I’ve never lost a child or spouse. I’ve never been married and I don’t have kids. I’ve never killed anyone either—important clarification, apparently. But I’ve encountered suicide loss and violent death, both directly and indirectly. I’ve seen what it does to people. When I don’t know something firsthand, I try to ask, listen, and do no harm.
Content Creation & Media
Platitudes
Podcast Content Production
Grief Support & Communication Services
Eulogy Writing Services
Words that reflect the person you loved — honest, human, and often with a touch of warmth or humor.
Celebration of Life Guidance
One-time consultations or planning suggestions to help you create a meaningful celebration of life. I’ll help with tone, flow, and personal touches — but I do not provide full event planning or vendor coordination. Think of me as your creative sounding board, not your party planner.
Custom Grief Prompts & Journals
Personalized writing prompts or journal collections for unique grief experiences — ideal when “off the shelf” resources don’t quite fit your story.
Workshops & Speaking Engagements
I offer talks and workshops on grief, caregiving, and finding the words when life gets awkward. My approach blends heartfelt storytelling, practical guidance, and (when it fits) a bit of humor — because grief can be sacred and human at the same time.
- Supporting someone through anticipatory grief
- Writing meaningful eulogies and tributes
- Navigating complicated relationships after loss
- Cultural and personal rituals of remembrance
- Avoiding platitudes (and what to say instead)