Cards - Vera V. Chapman

Begin Healing From Grief with Psychology-based Daily Affirmations

A pocket-sized resource for grieving mamas & women

Find comfort and healing on your grief journey with the ‘Light in Loss‘ Daily Healing Affirmation cards. Originally especially for mamas who have lost a baby to stillbirth or miscarriage, and then adapted for women grieving any type of loss, these cards offer 31 powerful reminders to help you find light in the midst of your loss so you can begin your healing journey. Each card features a unique affirmation rooted in positive psychology, mindfulness, and grief theory to inspire hope and healing. Unlock the potential for emotional healing, resilience, and renewed strength with these powerful affirmation cards.

Cards at a Glance

Light in Loss affirmation cards honor your pain, your journey, and the complex emotions you’re experiencing. They provide a safe space for you to experience your grief, process your emotions, and find moments of solace and strength amidst the pain.

Soothing

31 Powerful yet gentle healing affirmations with soothing & inclusive illustrations

Powerful

Lifetime resource rooted in psychology & mindfulness to support all stages of grief

Inclusive

Designed to be inclusive & accessible regardless of your spiritual or religious background

Credible

Created by a LPC, BCC, CCYT during her grief journey & who now actively supports grieving women

Convenient

Brief reminders that are perfectly sized & packaged so you can access healing wherever you go

Harness the healing power of affirmations

Affirmations have a profound impact on our minds and hearts. They have the ability to shift our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions, offering comfort and hope in the face of grief. Light in Loss is a collection of carefully curated affirmations, tailored specifically to provide you with in-the-moment support, compassion, and shifts in perspective.

Self-care is crucial during the healing journey, and the Light in Loss Healing Affirmation Card Deck empowers you to take charge of your well-being. By incorporating affirmation rituals into your day, you offer yourself a lifeline and dedicated time for reflection, self-compassion, and personal growth.

Benefits

Nurture Well-Being

Each card is thoughtfully written, carrying messages of love, strength, and resilience, to guide you towards a place of healing and inner peace.

Find Understanding

Light in Loss serves as a constant and understanding companion, gently showing you the way to self-compassion and healing.

Rebuild Identity

The affirmations contained in Light in Loss assist in the process of rebuilding your self-identity by affirming your strength, resilience, and worth.

“The most profound thing we can offer our children is our own healing.”

anne lamott

Available Options

For Grieving Mamas

Created especially for mamas who have lost a baby to stillbirth or miscarriage, the “Light in Loss” card deck offers 31 powerful yet gentle affirmations rooted in Positive Psychology to help you or a loved one find self-compassion and strength along the healing journey.

For Grieving Women

After much demand, the original “Light in Loss” card deck has been adapted to support grieving women healing from all types of loss. Whether you have lost a partner, parent, or friend, the supportive messages held in this deck are universal and deeply impactful.

Praise for "Light in Loss"

These beautiful cards have such thoughtful and supportive mantras meaningful to all stages of grief. The designs are representative of all women. I highly recommend these as a wonderful supportive gift to yourself or someone else walking in grief.

The cards are so lovely! They carry perfect messages – so consistent with the way I approach this particular kind of grief both in my life and in my work.

As a loss mom myself, I wish this had been something available to me during our loss. As a bereavement program director, I am so grateful this resource exists for our families today. Not only are the illustrations incredibly beautiful, the affirmations bring comfort and help put a tangible item into someone's hands. I have given several of these affirmation card sets out to hurting families and their feedback is always so positive. Many felt seen and heard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are affirmations just about 'thinking positive thoughts? I can't be positive right now!

An affirmation or “positive affirmation” is a phrase or quote you say to yourself to train your mind to see things in a different light. However, that does not mean thinking on the bright side. Because let’s face it. There’s nothing bright about this very painful experience.

Our cards are thoughtfully designed to acknowledge the complexity of grief and honor each individual’s unique experience. The affirmations address various aspects of healing, including validating emotions, promoting self-compassion, and nurturing personal growth. They are not meant to dismiss or trivialize grief, but rather to provide gentle reminders of strength, hope, and self-care during challenging times. The cards serve as compassionate companions on the healing journey.

Why are daily affirmations a good starting place for my healing journey?

Daily affirmations offer unique advantages compared to other modalities, making them an accessible and effective tool to begin your healing journey. Here’s why:

Simplicity and Accessibility: Daily affirmations are incredibly easy to incorporate into your day. They require minimal time and effort, making them accessible to you at any stage of grief. Unlike some other modalities that might require extensive training or guidance, affirmations can be practiced independently, anytime, and anywhere.
Empowerment and Personal Agency: Through affirmations, you actively participate in reshaping your thoughts, beliefs, and self-perception. This sense of personal agency fosters a proactive and empowering mindset that lays a strong foundation for the healing journey.
Positive Mindset Cultivation: Affirmations work by promoting positive thoughts and beliefs. By consistently repeating intentional statements (even if you don’t yet believe them), it can shift your focus towards the positive aspects of yourself and your life. This shift in mindset allows you to break free from negative thought patterns often associated with grief and cultivate a more resilient outlook.
Daily Reinforcement and Reprogramming: Consistency is key in any healing process. By repeating affirmations regularly, you are reinforcing new neural pathways in your brain, gradually replacing old negative patterns with healthier, more affirming ones.
Complementing Other Modalities: Daily affirmations can be seamlessly integrated with other healing modalities. Whether you are engaged in therapy, mindfulness practices, or holistic wellness techniques, affirmations complement and amplify the benefits of these modalities. They provide an additional layer of support and reinforcement to accelerate the healing process.

Will using these cards be enough for me to heal?

Affirmation cards are most effective when used in conjunction with therapeutic support. If you are experiencing significant emotional distress or unresolved trauma, it is important that you seek professional help from qualified mental health professionals who can provide a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Affirmation cards can be a valuable complement to therapy, but they should not replace professional guidance when it is necessary.

How do I use positive affirmations?

However you are led! You really can’t do this wrong. A few tips for getting the most out of your affirmations:

Keep them close by in your bedside table or purse to reach for easily
Keep the daily affirmation visible throughout the day
Consider wearing a visible cue (like a bracelet) to remind yourself to seek out your daily reminder
You can shuffle the deck or pull the cards in sequence
Spend some time reflecting on the message
Share your affirmation when you feel moved to
There are no extra points for reading the whole deck in one sitting. The goal is to take it day by day.
Try not to feel guilty if you forget to visit your deck. You are enough, and so is your effort!

Can I buy these in bulk for my organization?

Absolutely! We’d love it if you would use these with the women you serve and will do our best to accommodate your budget. Please email hello@veravchapman.com to set up a bulk order.

Download The Free Companion Affirmation Wallpapers

Intended as a companion to the Light in Loss: Daily Healing Affirmations for Grieving Mamas card deck, these 6 digital wallpapers can be added as a background on your phone so that you can carry them with you anywhere.