THE LASSO

Grief Recovery Newsletter
Written by Patricia D. Freudenberg

There’s something powerful about The Lasso.

It’s a striking symbol — visible, tangible in our minds, and strong enough to either hold us… or be held by us.

What am I talking about?

Let’s pause and think about that old cliché:
Is the glass half full or half empty?

Similarly, in grief:
Does the lasso have you — or do you have the lasso?

When we’re in deep grief, it’s easy to feel like the lasso has us — tightly wound in sorrow, strangled by the weight of missing someone. The feelings are real. The pain is real. The loss is raw. And the absence of our loved one? That’s reality.

But here’s the shift:
What if we chose to grab the lasso?

Even when our emotions are overpowering and we feel utterly powerless — imagine taking that lasso into our own hands. Tugging back our power. Anchoring our grief in place. Reclaiming some control.

Now, I know — metaphorically, it sounds bold and maybe even impossible.
But that’s when we most need our imagination.

That’s when we use the lasso.

Visualize it. Hold it. Grip it.

Because the truth is:
You do have it in you.

Grief is natural.
Pain is human.
But healing starts when we remember — the power lies within.

You are still here.
You are still capable.
You can lasso back your energy, your direction, and your peace.

Let’s not let grief grab the reins.
Let’s take them back — one intentional breath at a time.

Self-Discovery Prompt

How can I reclaim my sense of power and choice in my grieving process?

Quote of the Day

“Grief can hold you captive — or it can be the lasso you use to reclaim your strength.”
— Patricia D. Freudenberg

Book Recommendation

For those seeking a gentle guide through mourning with hope at the center,
Live Your Legacy: A New Spin on Mourning
by Patricia D. Freudenberg offers heartfelt insight, journaling prompts, and legacy-building practices.
Available on Amazon

With strength and remembrance,
Patricia D. Freudenberg
Certified End-of-Life Coach | Author | Founder of Miss-U-Gram®
http://www.miss-u-gram.com

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