Resources

This page offers supportive, educational resources for individuals navigating grief, loss, and difficult seasons. These materials are self-guided and intended to provide grounding, reflection, and connection to additional support when needed.

Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911. If you are experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health crisis, the resources below are available 24/7.

988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988, or chat via 988lifeline.org for free, confidential support anywhere in the U.S.

North Carolina

NC Peer Warmline – Call 1-855-PEERS-NC (1-855-733-7762) for peer support.

New Jersey

NJ Hopeline – Call 1-855-654-6735 for 24/7 emotional support.

NJ Mental Health Cares – Call 1-866-202-HELP (4357) for mental health information and referrals.

Free Resources

The resources below are designed to offer grounding, reflection, and gentle support. They can be used at your own pace and revisited as needed.

Grief First Aid Kit

A gentle, self-guided collection of grounding tools, reflection prompts, and emotional check-ins designed to support you through difficult moments of grief or loss.

From Shanti’s Desk

Reflections, insights, and resources centered on grief, loss, life transitions, and emotional wellness — written to inform, support, and encourage thoughtful healing.

Disclaimer

These resources are provided for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, diagnosis, or therapy.