It’s not if but when.

Those who love will also grieve. Grief will strike you and someone you care about.

I get it. I’ve been there. I want to help. It’s more than possible to give your pain a meaningful purpose. It’s God’s plan.

“No one should have to grieve alone. Everyone needs a grief companion (Hope Hero) in their life. Everyone deserves access to hope-filled grief resources”

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1 Download your Free Hope Hero Guide

Some secrets must be shared. Learn simple yet effective ways to express empathy.

2 Buy the Book

The Little Black Funeral Dress

It’s not if, but when. Those who love will also grieve. Learn how to navigate your loss and help carry the grief for others.

3 Start a Chain Reaction of Empathy and Hope

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Testimonials

I highly recommend the Hope Heroes course because at one time or another, we will need to support someone who is grieving. The course is full of helpful information that gives you tools and confidence.

I loved the course! Tons of great ideas, things to ponder and helpful information. Anyone that takes the course will feel it’s worth it.

Shirley has become an expert on something no one wants to learn: grief. Shirley is an excellent communicator because she exudes authenticity.

Shirley is brave. Her story is powerful, and her ability to inspire hope in others is palpable. Shirley is able to connect with students on a level they can understand, and help them truly become "Hope Heroes".

Shirley’s book, “The Little Black Funeral Dress” and her seminar on the subject is an absolute must read and attend for all.

We all need to lean into the discomfort and educate ourselves about grief. The mental health of someone close to you might depend on it. Shirley makes the viewer feel relaxed as she unpacks the tough topic of grief.

The Little Black Funeral Dress

It’s not if, but when. Those who love will also grieve. To our detriment, society would rather sanitize or skip over the topic of grief.

Twelve days after her son’s wedding, Shirley Thiessen was thrown into the unimaginable task of planning his funeral. Grief threatened to extinguish her purpose for living. Gradually, hope and resiliency emerged as Shirley learned to recycle the pain of loss for good purposes.

While everyone’s grief journey is unique, there are tips to be shared and missteps to avoid.

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