
Paisley Strong
Blog Posts
Articles and musings on what it’s like to be a widow, stories of acceptance, healing, and hope for right now and in the future, and guidance through our L.I.V.E. framework.

Meet Cindi: Coaching Profile
For Cindi, coaching helps widows move beyond the paralysis of grief. “You’re afraid to try anything. You think: what if I try and it makes it worse? But coaching opens up your thinking. It helps you see possibilities again. And the coach doesn’t tell you what to do—she helps you discover your own path. You’re the expert on you.”

A Prescription for Nature
Whether it’s a walk in the park, a hike in the woods, or simply spending time in a garden, the healing power of nature is a valuable resource for enhancing well-being.

Ten Years On, and Just Beginning
All of this has been more meaningful and impactful than I could have ever imagined. I would never have wished for the accident that widowed my sister and took away a father from her four children. I would never have wished widowhood on any of the amazing women I’ve come to know and love.
But I am grateful nevertheless. Because the past ten years have brought us here, to this place where we finally have the confidence to know that what we do makes a difference.

Could You Open My Jar of Pickles, Please?
A guest post by Paisley Project member, Diane Farris! We appreciate her willingness to share her story and what she has learned.