Life with daughters means walking through not only their joys but also their heartaches — the loss of a pet, a friend moving away, or seeing someone they love in pain. Grief shows up in many forms, and our instinct as moms is to protect them from it. But one of the most powerful lessons we can teach our daughters is not how to avoid grief, but how to be with it — in themselves and in others. This episode is about teaching our girls the beauty of presence, empathy, and love when life feels heavy. Being a mom is one of the absolute best AND hardest jobs on the planet. Before you get the job, there are all these ideas about what it's like, what you want to do. But when reality hits, it's not at all what you had in mind. And there's no manual for what to do.  That's where I come in. My goal is to share some of my experiences, even some tips and tools, that will help you navigate the complex job of Mom.  For more ways to connect head over to www.thegirlmomlife.com