Empowered Pathways

08/24/2026

A grief journal can be a powerful tool after a loved one’s death. ✏️🌹 It allows us to quiet and intentionally process what our loved one meant to us, the unfinished business we might have with them, and the parts of their story that leave a lasting legacy.

Which prompt in this graphic by 𝓙𝓮𝓼𝓼𝓲𝓬𝓪 do you think is most important to your healing this week? ❤️‍🩹 Journal about it. 📝

My name is Jessica, owner of Empowered Pathways | End of Life Doula, podcaster Endings IRL Podcast, and your certified End of Life Doula. I’m also a grief work practitioner, a certified creative writing instructor, and the author of a creative writing guide for grief and processing emotions at end-of-life.

Schedule a 1-on-1 grief writing or grief processing session with me at empoweredeol.com. 💜🕊️

08/22/2026

When I work with clients during doula grief sessions, one of the most common things that comes up is the powerful feelings of sadness, loss, anxiety, and anger that seem to arise almost out of nowhere.

Emotions might also come on fast as a result of:
🪷A memory
🪷A familiar place
🪷A loved one’s voice

In many instances, journaling about these strong feelings (and the thoughts or experiences behind them) can help us decide which part of the grief has been hitting us the hardest. Then, we can talk that out or make a plan of action with our doula or a licensed therapist/counselor.

Virtual grief discussions are available on Zoom, anywhere in the USA. Learn more and schedule at EmpoweredEOL.com.

Questions about these sessions? Send me a DM or Email me: [email protected].

08/09/2026

A walk through grief with Samantha 💜

08/08/2026

Listen to my latest episode of Endings IRL on what it means to leave a legacy and the importance of legacy projects

https://open.spotify.com/episode/25nPlfLqTjH0pg0JI8pZiV?si=WMs0qrf6QtiqbigGWJ_2sw&utm_source=copy-link

Endings IRL · Episode

08/06/2026

MAiD is now an option in New York State. What are your thoughts? 💭

New Yorkers who have less than six months to live can now request life-ending medication under the state's new Medical Aid in Dying Act. https://www.wivb.com/news/medical-aid-in-dying-act-takes-effect/

07/31/2026

My opinion? Legacy projects are a must for everyone.

From books to cookbooks, gardens to donations, you have an opportunity to share your stories, values, accomplishments, and/or love with those you care about — in a way that resonates forever.

Truly, legacy projects are a way to bring peace, closure, and meaning to the last months of life. You can even begin a legacy project years before you reach the end of this life.

More on legacy projects from Empowered Pathways founder and EOLD Jessica.

Post: https://www.empoweredeol.com/post/honoring-life-creating-meaningful-legacy-projects-for-end-of-life-transitions

07/25/2026

Empowered Pathways is about inclusive, holistic deathcare for all. That's why I offer end-of-life services and support to anyone in the United States.

🕊️Plan end-of-life needs, step-by-step
🕊️Discuss your grief
🕊️Learn more about hospice, vigil, or eco-friendly burial
🕊️Write creatively or design a legacy project
🕊️Distance reiki
🕊️Death education

and more.

Visit the Empowered Pathways website, send me a DM, email me, or call (321) 574-3854 for more information.

07/22/2026

From debates around training and qualifications to questions about who gets to call themselves an end-of-life doula, the latest episode of Endings IRL 🌹takes an honest look at the conversations — and sometimes conflicts — emerging as more people feel called to this work.

What do you think about the EOLD or death doula boom we are experiencing? Share your thoughts in the comments. ⬇️

The end-of-life doula profession has been gaining attention — have you noticed?Stories about death doulas are appearing in publications like People and Town & Country, and celebrities such as Nicole Kidman and Rainn Wilson have openly shared their interest in the work. But while the profession may...

07/22/2026

Extremely relatable. 💜

Kelly Osbourne is opening up about her ongoing grief journey nearly one year after dad and rock legend Ozzy Osbourne's death at 76, sharing a heartbreakingly honest description of life after loss. bit.ly/4fNJuQJ (📸: Amy Sussman/Getty Images)