This article explores how one family’s experience after a house fire illustrates post-traumatic growth and the rediscovery of what truly matters. By honoring grief while recognizing resilience, Matt highlights how meaning and connection can endure after loss.  Read More…

Tags: posttraumatic growth, life after loss, Rebuilding, resilience, meaning

In this reflective piece, therapist and former paramedic Matt Short shares the story of a sudden death that transformed his understanding of grief, presence, and human connection. The experience reveals how meaning-making and compassionate support help us navigate the hardest moments of life.  Read More…

Tags: grief, sudden loss, first responder wellness, inspiration, growth mindset, meaning, humanity, resilience