{"id":305,"date":"2025-02-11T15:56:58","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T15:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.icf-coaching.org\/rakel\/2025\/02\/11\/grief-and-triumphs\/"},"modified":"2025-02-11T16:00:44","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T16:00:44","slug":"grief-and-triumphs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.icf-coaching.org\/rakel\/2025\/02\/11\/grief-and-triumphs\/","title":{"rendered":"Grief and Triumphs"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the things I consider important is celebrating victories\u2014both big and small\u2014as well as the milestones we reach in life.<\/p>\n

Celebrating is good for our brain. When we celebrate, we release dopamine, and when we smile or laugh, endorphins are triggered. Serotonin is released when we share our celebrations with others. Together, these three neurotransmitters help strengthen social connections and contribute to our overall happiness.<\/p>\n

But when grief comes knocking, it is just as important to allow ourselves the time and space to mourn. In my case, victory and grief arrived on the same day. While I was aware of my achievement, I felt neither joy nor the need to celebrate. I shared the news with my closest circle, then tucked my “victory” away for another time and gave myself the space to sit with my grief and the lessons it brought.<\/p>\n

Grief is a powerful force that spares no one. It is painful, unfair, and deeply distressing, yet it also brings beautiful reflections of past memories, cherished moments with loved ones we now miss so dearly, and newfound appreciation for the impact they had on our lives. Through grief, we come to realize just how much they shaped us, taught us, and continue to influence us. Taking the time to grieve is not just important\u2014it is invaluable.<\/p>\n

I am still grieving, but I now find myself better able to hold both emotions at once\u2014grief and triumph. Now, I am ready to allow my victories to step onto the stage as well.<\/p>\n

I am incredibly proud to have been recognized as one of the recipients of the CEO Today Executive Coaching Awards 2024 \u2013 LIFE AND BUSINESS COACH OF THE YEAR<\/strong>.
\ud83d\udd17 Read more here<\/a><\/p>\n

This recognition is a powerful affirmation that the work I do matters and that I should continue down this path\u2014listening to my heart. \u2764\ufe0f<\/p>\n

I also celebrate having achieved my PCC certification<\/strong>, the second level of accreditation from the world’s largest coaching organization, the International Coaching Federation (ICF)<\/strong>. The support of my family, friends, and colleagues was invaluable throughout this journey, which I embarked on with relatively short notice\u2014though the preparation itself spanned more than a year. The process involved meeting rigorous milestones before finally completing a written exam.<\/p>\n

Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who supported me\u2014you know who you are.<\/p>\n

Today I’m feeling grateful, still carrying my grief, but smiling and excited for the adventures ahead. \u2763\ufe0f<\/p>\n

Why Celebrating Wins Matters:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u2714 Celebrating activates the brain\u2019s reward system, boosting motivation and life satisfaction.
\u2714 Skipping celebrations can increase stress and diminish well-being.
\u2714 Acknowledging small wins reinforces learning and propels us toward future goals.
\u2714 Honoring major achievements strengthens social bonds, deepens relationships, and enhances emotional connections.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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