Radiant Effect

Why movement matters in grief

Hello Reader, What do you do with grief?Not in the metaphorical sense. I mean with your body. Do you freeze up and hold your breath?Does your chest tighten?Do you walk faster or try to keep moving?Or lie on the floor and hope the earth will suck you up and carry you away? Most of us have some kind of physical response to grief. But we’re rarely taught how to be with it. That’s why movement can be such a powerful companion to loss.It’s not about fixing or “moving on.” It’s about moving...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Can movement hold our sorrow?

Hello Reader, Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored what it means to stay rooted, to begin again, and to meet ourselves with clarity and compassion. We've circled around the realness of life—its shifts, its pains, its beauty. I'm ready to offer us something deeper. Moving With Grief is a collaborative event for you to be with what’s heavy, tender, or undefined. A space where your body is welcome to process in its own language—through ritual, reflection, and movement. Grief isn’t always loud...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Let's hear what you think- this is for you!

Hi Reader, Every week, I have the privilege of thinking about you and dropping into your inbox to share something I hope will add meaning and connection to your life. I also get to show up live, sharing space with many of you in our movement practice together. For me, every time you read an email, join a class, hit reply, or share/like something—it feels precious. This is how I show up in the world, and being received by you is the biggest gift. I know it might sound cheesy, but I truly mean...

5 months ago • 1 min read