Grief after suicide is a different animal. It can carry everything ranging from shock, questions with no answers, anger that scares you, guilt you don’t deserve, to a love that has nowhere to land.
Tonight, Suzanne Pulcher and I are hosting a Death Circle focused on support for those who’ve lost someone to suicide at Pollinate Hive House. This is a low-pressure gathering. You are welcome to come, sit quietly, listen, cry, doodle, step out for air, or share as much or as little as you want. There are no requirements to speak. There is no “right way” to grieve here.
What we offer is simple: a safe and loving room, and the company of people who understand that grief doesn’t move in straight lines. We’ll open with a brief grounding, set clear agreements for consent and confidentiality, and then make space. That’s it. No icebreakers, no spotlighting, no fixing.
Who this is for
Anyone grieving a suicide loss, whether it’s recent or years ago, family or friend, complicated or unclear circumstances. If you’re carrying it, you belong.
What to expect
- Quiet arrival, tea, and a short grounding
- Clear agreements: low pressure, confidentiality, consent about speaking and touch
- Open time to listen or share; you choose your pace
- Gentle closing and a few practical resources for continued support
This is community care, not therapy. We don’t diagnose or treat. We hold space, protect dignity, and point to resources when helpful. If you’re in immediate crisis or feeling unsafe, please call or text 988 in the U.S. for support.
Details & RSVP:
Event page: tickets via Midwestix → RSVP
Hosted at Pollinate Hive House (1011 64th St, Windsor Heights, IA) in collaboration with Rosemary Raven Hearth.
Come exactly as you are. You won’t be asked to perform your grief or make it tidy. You’ll be met with steadiness, warmth, and room to breathe.
Rosemary Raven Hearth 
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