Neiasha D.K. Russell

As we move closer to Christmas, I want to offer a little extra support for anyone grieving this season. I will be sharing a daily grief tip for the next 25 days, beginning with the first one later today.

Some tips will be practical and some will be reflective, but each one is meant to support you in a small and meaningful way. My hope is that these reminders meet you exactly where you are and offer a little grounding during this time.

1 month ago | [YT] | 3

Neiasha D.K. Russell

This Thanksgiving morning, I’m sharing a gentle sound bowl moment for anyone waking up with a grieving heart. Just a quiet space to breathe before the day begins. 💛

I’ll post it first thing in the morning if you’d like to join me for a few moments of calm.

#GriefAndTheHolidays
#GrievingHeart
#HolidayGrief
#GriefSupport
#HealingThroughGrief
#SoundBowl
#SoundBowlHealing
#GentleMorning
#ThanksgivingMorning
#EndOfLifeDoula
#InstructionsForTomorrow
#NeiashaRussell

1 month ago | [YT] | 4

Neiasha D.K. Russell

Appreciating this thoughtful comment on my Día de Muertos video:

“Thank you for sharing this! It's good to learn about how other cultures celebrate death.” — @Angld003

Thank you for taking the time to share that!


If you haven’t watched the video yet, I hope you’ll check it out and share your thoughts.

#FromTheHeartFriday
#DiaDeMuertos
#GriefAndCulture
#DeathPositive
#HonoringLovedOnes
#InstructionsForTomorrow
#CelebrateLife
#EndOfLifeAwareness
#CulturalTraditions
#MeaningfulMoments

2 months ago | [YT] | 2

Neiasha D.K. Russell

Honoring those we’ve lost doesn’t always have to be quiet.
Sometimes it’s music, laughter, and connection.
As we gear up for the holiday season, may we make space for both grief and joy.

#DiaDeMuertos #DayOfTheDead #CelebrateLife #GriefAndJoy #GriefAwareness #HonoringLovedOnes #GriefAndTheHolidays #RememberingTogether #LifeAndDeath #InstructionsForTomorrow #NeiashaRussell

2 months ago | [YT] | 4

Neiasha D.K. Russell

We’re moving into the holiday season, and for many of us, that can bring a mix of emotions. Grief can look different each year. Sometimes it feels heavy, and other times it’s quiet and shows up in small ways.

Whether this is your first holiday after a loss or one of many, I hope you’re finding gentle ways to take care of yourself. It’s okay to slow down, change traditions, or do things differently this year.

If you’d like, share one thing that’s helping you prepare for this season.


#GriefDuringTheHolidays #NavigatingGrief #HealingThroughGrief #HonoringLovedOnes #YouAreNotAlone #MindfulHolidays

2 months ago | [YT] | 4

Neiasha D.K. Russell

As we head into the weekend, I just want to leave you with this: whatever these next couple of days hold for you, I hope you find a moment to pause, to breathe deeply, and to feel grounded. Even in busy or heavy times, being present with yourself is enough.

Happy Friday, everyone.

#FromTheHeartFriday #EndOfLifeDoula #GriefSupport #BePresent #MindfulLiving #CircleOfCare #WeekendEncouragement #HolisticSupport

3 months ago | [YT] | 2

Neiasha D.K. Russell

Looking at this jumbled cord on my desk was an instant reminder of how I don’t want my content to feel—tangled, unclear, or overwhelming.

That’s why I try to keep my videos bite-sized and digestible. Clear enough to land, without being too long or too heavy. A little behind the scenes: this cord was the reminder I needed as I was preparing this week’s video. ❤️

4 months ago | [YT] | 2

Neiasha D.K. Russell

This week’s prompt is one that comes up often in grief conversations. When we learn someone has died, many of us feel curious about how it happened. But is it appropriate to ask?

Some feel it helps them understand and process. Others feel it crosses a boundary or shifts focus away from honoring the person’s life.

I’d love to know your thoughts. Do you think it’s rude to ask how someone died, or do you see it differently?

4 months ago | [YT] | 4

Neiasha D.K. Russell

"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” — Mary Oliver 

Such a wonderful and rich question. Happy Friday!

#Quotes #Inspiration #LifeQuotes #DailyInspiration #MaryOliver #WildAndPreciousLife #LiveWithIntention #MindfulLiving

4 months ago | [YT] | 2

Neiasha D.K. Russell

I’ve always loved being out in nature and capturing moments through photos and video. Sometimes it’s a quiet walk, a hike, or a random activity outdoors—but being outside has always been grounding, peaceful, and full of joy for me.

If you’ve watched the Shorts on my channel, you may have noticed that many of them feature nature in the background. Each one comes from videos I’ve captured while spending time outside. It’s my way of weaving something I love—the outdoors—into my work as a doula and the content I share here.

Nature is calming, peaceful, and beautiful to me. And now, as an end-of-life doula, it also reminds me of the circle of life. I find it to be a gentle way to share information that can sometimes feel heavy—balancing it with something lighter and life-affirming.

Please check out my Shorts when you get a chance.


#DeathDoula #EndOfLifeDoula #CircleOfLife #Nature #NatureLover #Shorts

4 months ago | [YT] | 1