Carrying Grief is Also Carrying Love That Never Left

This is the story of losing my daughter and learning that healing is not about going back. It is about learning to live with grief, staying connected to love, and finding purpose again. I share the breakdown, the search for meaning, and the slow work of rebuilding. This is for parents and families who are grieving and trying to move forward without leaving love behind.

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The Lie We Tell Ourselves: “My Kid Would Tell Me if Something Was Wrong.”

Most parents believe their child would tell them if something was wrong. Chris Coulter shares a raw and honest reflection on losing his daughter Maddie and the lessons he wishes every parent understood. This powerful article challenges silence, denial, and fear—urging parents to listen with love, not assumptions.

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The 3 Parenting Tips I Ignored, And the Regrets That Still Keep Me Up at Night

After losing his 14-year-old daughter to suicide, a father reflects on three pieces of parenting advice he once ignored—lessons about curiosity listening and connection. This post explores the regrets that followed and the mission behind The MentorWell to help parents and mentors connect before crisis hits.

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The One Language Your Child Needs, And It’s Not Taught in School

Parents often invest in languages like French or Mandarin for their kids, but what if the most important language isn’t taught in school? This post explores why Emotional Intelligence is essential for your child’s success, and how The MentorWell mentors teach teens the language of confidence, resilience, and connection.

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