EpicSoCal:
Do You Need a Hand?

Resiliency and Post-Trauma Resources, Services, and Education for Southern Californians impacted by the recent wildfires

  • "Grief is not a disorder, a disease, or a sign of weakness. It is an emotional, physical, and spiritual necessity, the price you pay for love. The only cure for grief is to grieve."

    Earl Grollman​

  • "When properly processed, our losses can become 'good' grief. The relief and clarity many people experience on the other side of the grieving process can help them deepen into their own values, make needed changes in life, improve their sleep, energize their work, live with purpose, develop a sense of connection and gratitude, and so much more."

    Cindy Finch, When Grief Is Good

  • "Resilience is built on the willingness to start anew with what we have left."

    Cindy Finch, Epic Comeback

Transform the Grief of Today Into the Growth of Tomorrow

In the wake of devastating wildfires, the communities of Southern California are faced not only with the physical reconstruction of homes but also with the emotional rebuilding of lives.

Here’s how to navigate these turbulent times with a spirit that resonates with the vibrant, resilient character of Southern California.

From Fire to Flight: A Guide to Rising From Life's Ashes

Order is the life we planned—the one where I wasn't supposed to be fighting for my life while growing a new one. Disorder? That's the cancer diagnosis, the organ failures, the moment they gave me a week to live.

But Reorder... that's where the magic happens. That's where we find gifts we never knew we needed and couldn't have gotten any other way.

From Broken to Beautiful: Your Guide to Post-Traumatic Growth

Growing through hard things is up to you. I know that sounds harsh, but stay with me. While going through difficult times is non-negotiable (ugh, I know, I hate this reality too), how we grow through them is where our power lies.

I learned this lesson the hard way: "Life is hard. It doesn't play fair. Things can turn on a dime. No one's watching out for you but you and us and a few other people. Learn to watch out for yourself by being a good parent to yourself."