Dr. Diane H. Nettles Dr. Diane H. Nettles

Keep Going Back

Diane reflects on the importance of persistence and revisiting the things that bring comfort, whether it’s a favorite meal or cherished memories. She shares how “keep going back” has helped her navigate grief and find healing, and why it’s essential to embrace both the good and the painful moments in life.

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My NEW New Year Resolution

February brings more than just cold weather—it marks a pivotal moment in the author's life. Diane shares her journey from loss to healing, offering insight on how turning painful dates into moments of reflection can help you move forward, allowing for humor and hope to coexist with grief.

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The Driveway

What started as a simple driveway repair became a symbol of persistence and growth for Diane after her husband's passing. In this blog, she reflects on the lessons learned from the challenges of maintaining the driveway and how those lessons became a source of pride and independence.

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Therapeutic Traveling

Traveling after loss can be a transformative experience, offering both a change of scenery and opportunities for healing. Discover how stepping outside your comfort zone can help you reconnect with the world, gain new perspectives, and find joy again.

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Does it Take Courage to Laugh?

…there’s lots of truth to the old saying, “Laughter is the best medicine.”  I found that out first-hand. In my search for ways to manage grief, I came across the works of Allen Klein, who is also known as “Mr. Jollytologist.” Klein has written several books that are helpful to anyone who seeks to manage adversity with humor and positivity.

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Chatter

Do you ever catch your inner voice whispering doubt, fear, or loneliness? Inspired by psychologist Ethan Kross’ book, Chatter, see how shifting our thoughts can transform daily moments and bring light into a life reshaped by loss.

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What is Resilient Grieving?

If you are grieving the loss of someone you love, here’s a book to check out: Lucy Hone’s Resilient Grieving: Finding Strength and Embracing Life After a Loss That Changes Everything (2017). Thank goodness I found this book!

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Becoming a Proactive Griever

I began searching for books on my own. Once I retired, I spent quite a bit of time researching and reading more and more about the power of humor and positivity. One book led to another, and I learned about how humor may, indeed, be the best medicine.

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Those Complicated Moments Called Grief

But one of the most difficult things that people who are grieving must face is the fact that the world continues to revolve and people continue to live as they always did. In spite of the fact that my world stopped dead in its tracks, to expect people to keep my surroundings “trigger free” is unrealistic.

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