Finding Goals Through Grief: From Making It Barely Out Of Bed to Building Meaning in Honor of My Dad

Grief has a way of bringing life to a complete halt. After my dad died, I remember days when even getting out of bed felt impossible. The weight of loss sat heavy on my chest, and everything I once cared about—health, work, even simple routines—seemed meaningless.

But over time, something shifted. I realized my dad wouldn’t want me to stay stuck. He lived a life of love, perseverance, and grit, and I wanted to carry that forward. Instead of letting grief be the end of my story, I decided to use it as a starting line.

That’s when I began setting Goals Through Grief.

The Transformation

At first, those goals were small:

Get out of bed.

Drink a glass of water.

Step outside for fresh air.

But those tiny wins began to build momentum. Soon, I was lacing up my shoes for walks, lifting weights again, and rediscovering the strength I thought grief had stolen from me.

I wasn’t just healing my body—I was honoring my dad by living fully. Each rep, each mile, each healthier choice became a tribute to his legacy.

Finding Meaning in Health

Health became more than fitness for me. It was a way to channel pain into purpose. Through movement and discipline, I started to feel alive again. Instead of drowning in sorrow, I found meaning—by building a life that my dad would be proud of.

Grief doesn’t disappear, but when we choose to move with it, we discover new layers of strength.

Why I Created *Goals Through Grief

I know how hard it is to do this alone. That’s why I created my program, *Goals Through Grief*. It’s designed for anyone who feels stuck, lost, or unsure how to move forward after loss.

Inside the program, you’ll find:

One-on-one coaching to support your personal goals.

Practical tools to rebuild health, routines, and purpose.

Accountability and encouragement from someone who’s been there.

Whether your goal is to regain your health, write a book in honor of a loved one, or simply reclaim your energy day by day, this program walks beside you as you rediscover what’s possible.