Joy and Pain -- we can experience both. Sometimes just a few moments apart.

My Dad died several years ago. It was the worst Sunday of my life. For those struggling with the loss of a loved one, I offer tips for navigating grief. I was broken, and these strategies were hard-learned.

I've been moved by a couple of Andy Grammer, an artist I absolutely love. They're linked below. The song talks about the worst days of people's lives. It's filled with pain. But the point is

Life's 50/50. It's never going to be good without having bad. As a life coach told me, there's no exit ramp to the human experience.

I've learned this through the loss of my Dad. The memories hurt for a long time because the lost was so fresh. But hang on, because eventually the memories will bring you a mix of joy and pain and eventually, just joy for the l ...