In a perfect world, we could count on our family to be there for us, to protect us, and to always have our best interests at heart. Unfortunately, our world is far from perfect. Family members aren’t always there for us the way we need them to be. Sometimes, they are even the primary sources […]

October 18, 2016

Abusive Relationships: 15 Warning Signs

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

Anyone can struggle with mental health, but some people are more likely to develop disorders as a result of their careers. Certain high-stress positions (such as firefighters, police, and other emergency services) are more likely to cause suicidal tendencies, as well as various mental health disorders like PTSD or depression. Since these issues are becoming […]

October 11, 2016

Saving Those Who Save Others

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

We’ve all heard the term “PTSD” tossed around multiple times. Unless you have personally experienced it yourself or are closely connected to someone who has, however, you might know very little about it. Though some individuals are beginning to break past the stigma and discuss mental illness more openly, most people still say very little […]

September 30, 2016

11 Things Everyone Should Know About PTSD

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

Teenagers – preteens – substance abuse. It may be harder to spot than you think. With the challenges that teenage life presents, it’s not uncommon to know teens who are suffering from social anxiety or appear unhappy for what seems like the littlest things. What is important to consider is the access to and pressure […]

September 23, 2016

Dangers of Substance Addictions in Teenagers and Pre-teens

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about something that you are uncertain of its outcome. The key word in that definition should be “feeling,” yet many people allow anxiety to take on a form of its own. It becomes a great big bully in your life, doing its best to convince […]

September 15, 2016

5 Lies Your Anxiety Wants You To Believe

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

Suicide is one of our world’s most deadly and silent killers. It strikes when we least expect it, robbing us of the people we care about the most. In their absence, all that is left is the feeling that there should have been – there must have been – something we could have done to save […]

September 6, 2016

10 Suicide Warning Signs

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

Keeping your feelings inside can be detrimental to your emotional well-being as well as your physical health. Keeping your emotional bottled up is neither good for yourself nor your relationships with other people. Many times when people keep their feelings inside too long, they will let them all out in a harmful way. As your […]

August 24, 2016

The Danger of Stuffing Your Emotions

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

People that struggle with anxiety often do so in silence. From their outward appearance, you would never know that they are dealing with heavy issues on the inside.   In a recent blog, Overcoming Anxiety, I referenced a serious car accident that I was involved in two years ago on August 8th. The memory of […]

August 18, 2016

Overcoming Obstacles – A Personal Story

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

Many people in the United States struggle with eating disorders. It is reported that 20 million women and 10 million men will suffer from some sort of eating disorder in their lifetime. In addition, there are many others that are not reported. In some cases, these disorders go untreated. The earlier a person seeks treatment, […]

August 10, 2016

3 Common Types of Eating Disorders

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

Varying emotions and violent mood swings are a natural symptom of many psychological challenges. You may feel happy and calm one minute, only to be swept up in an overwhelming wave of anxiety or depression the next. Navigating these vastly different emotions can be challenging on a personal level, but it can also seriously impact […]

August 1, 2016

5 Secrets For Balancing Your Emotions

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

More often than not, anxiety is an inward struggle. Thousands of people deal with anxiety and self-confidence issues on a daily basis, but the people around them may have no way of knowing the challenges they face. Because others are unaware of their struggles, people with anxiety may feel isolated, misunderstood, and possibly even judged. […]

July 27, 2016

Overcoming Silent Anxiety – A Personal Story

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.

Anxiety is one of the most crippling emotional disorders anyone can face. It manifests differently in every person it affects, making it challenging to identify. People who do not suffer from anxiety often have a hard time understanding how seriously it impacts those who are affected, and they may have trouble displaying appropriate empathy. In […]

July 18, 2016

10 Tips To Help You Control Your Anxiety (Not The Other Way Around)

It's been a while!

I relaunched my business. And most importantly, I showed up for what matters most—even when no one was watching.

My world was already shattered after losing Jim in 2017, but on May 8th, my sweet SassyGirl passed away, causing it to shatter in so
many new ways. 

If you know me, you know she wasn’t just “my dog.” She was my shadow, my heartbeat, my constant in a world that rarely stays still. She was also another connection to Jim.

I left one piece behind when we left Colorado - the place he loved so much and so proudly helped me love and call home. 

And I lost another as Sassy crossed the Rainbow Bridge and went from my arms into his.

That’s the only peace I found. Knowing they’re together again ❤ watching over me (and Dallas, and of course, Denver, too!!)

I put Sassy first when we got to Michigan. It wasn’t about adjusting or exploring. I wasn’t about me or work or meeting people. It was
about Sassy and making sure she was as well adjusted as possible.
That was never a question.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would lose her this year. Her decline was rapid! But this isn’t about her pain…. 

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love. 

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a
new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps
me on my toes in ways only little dogs can. 

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with
Sassy and Jim. Every night. 

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me. 

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again. 

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the
truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even
when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day,
especially when it’s hard. 

So other’s know that they don’t have to wear the masks. That they don’t have to prioritize the world’s comfort above their own. 

That takes energy that can better be used simply surviving.

This blog is the first page of my next chapter. 

If you’ve been with me through the podcast, the posts, and the newsletters, thank you. You’ve seen the in-between. You’ve witnessed the
messy middle. And now, I’m bringing it back to my favorite place, the written page - not to rehash the past, but to write what’s next. 

So here’s my question for you as I return to my page:
What part of yourself have you been too busy living life to write down?

Remember that you can reach out anytime - to say hi, share feedback, ask for a resource…. whatever you need!
Connect at: sam@griefhab.org 

September 10, 2025
Awareness, Blog, Healing, Inspiration, Support

Samantha Ruth LLC in Colorado has officially closed.
All business can be directed to griefhab via sam@griefhab.org

Not because I don’t care about you. Not because I haven’t had anything to say – but because I was living the words before I could write them.

Since last year, life has been full of deep endings and brave beginnings. I relocated back to Michigan.

Grief doesn’t pause for convenience, and neither does love.

Dallas, my youngest (and now, somehow, my oldest), has stepped into a new role of her own. And little Denver—full of mischief and magic—keeps me on my toes in ways only little dogs can.

I’m learning so many lessons. Every day!! And sharing the stories with Sassy and Jim. Every night.

These transitions haven’t just shaped my days—they’ve reshaped me.

So no, this isn’t about starting over. It’s about starting again.

With more clarity. More conviction. And the same core mission: to tell the truth loudly and proudly about grief, healing, and mental health, even when it’s hard. To show up as my authentic self every single day, especially when it’s hard.