With the government shutdown affecting FoodShare benefits, many local families are facing unexpected food shortages. If you’re struggling to make ends meet, resources like Hunger Task Force, Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, and Capuchin Community Services can help right now.

If you’re able to give, your donation or volunteer time can make a real difference to help ensure no one in our community goes hungry.

Grief isn’t something we can rush through or tidy up into neat “stages.” Healing takes time, and one powerful way to move forward is through pendulation, a rhythm of moving between pain and calm, tension and release. This approach, introduced by Dr. Peter Levine, helps your body and mind process grief without getting stuck in one emotional state. In this post, we’ll explore how pendulation can help you intentionally move through grief, strengthen emotional resilience, and find moments of safety even in sorrow.

Grief touches us all and can often surface in unexpected ways. Grief can feel heavy, lonely, and at times overwhelming. Yet, grief is also a reflection of love, the deep connection we hold to what matters most. In my counseling practice in Milwaukee, I support individuals navigating loss, heartbreak, and life transitions, helping them find space for healing and reconnection. You don’t have to move through grief alone; compassionate support is available right here in our community.

The Sunday night dread before the workweek doesn’t have to control you. While it’s worth reflecting on what your anxiety may be telling you, there are also simple steps you can take right now to ease the transition into Monday. From journaling your thoughts, tackling small tasks, or creating a calming nighttime routine, you can reclaim your peace and start the week feeling grounded.