Tag Archives: healing

YOU’LL MAKE IT THROUGH

Posted on May 5, 2024 by Judy

When life holds challenges, the best way for me to get through them is with positivity. I especially appreciate laughter and believe that humor is great way to alleviate stress. Continue reading →

Tagged artist, blessings, creativity, expressing feelings, Friendship, healing, Humor, humor daily life, Illustration, inspiration, inspirational, inspirational life, Judy Unger, meditation music, meditation songs, Music, musical inspiration, musical passion, original songs, overcoming grief, passion for music, plumbing issue, songwriting, staying positive, writing | 13 Comments

It has been 32 years since my son Jason died. It wasn’t until after his death that I learned his name meant “healer.” Even though he died a long time ago, there is no escaping the indelible influence he continues to have upon my life Continue reading →

Posted in Healing and Hope | Tagged angel in the sky, anniversary of the heart, Beside Me Always, child's death, death of a child, Friendship, grief, grief and healing, grief bereavement "Loss of a Child", GRIEF RELATED, healing, hope for healing, hope of healing, inspiration, Jason, loss, loss of a child, music and healing, optimism, religious confusion, song lyrics, songwriting | 16 Comments

TAKE MY HAND – PART 2

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Judy

It seems that with the theme of “take my hand,” so many hands from friends are holding me now, new and old. I am receiving support in countless ways. But I’m also leading others with my own hands and lending hope. Continue reading →

Posted in Healing and Hope | Tagged acoustic guitar, bride, childhood friendship, close friendship, creativity, Friendship, guitar instrumental, hand inspiration, healing, healing and grief, healing emotion, hope, inspiration, inspirational, inspired, Judy Unger, Kulak's Woodshed, Kulak's Woodshed performance, lyrics, mother daughter, open mic, optimism, original songs, painting, reframing thoughts, staying hopeful, Take my hand, uplifting, wedding pictures | 7 Comments

TAKE MY HAND – PART 1

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Judy

“Take My Hand” is definitely a song of healing and hope. I believe that reaching out is courageous. It represents a willingness to trust the person we connect with. We can reach out to seek comfort and we can reach out to offer comfort.
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Posted in Healing and Hope | Tagged apricots, Asparagus, creativity, guitar instrumental, hand inspiration, healing, healing and grief, healing emotion, hope, Illustration, inspiration, inspirational, inspired, Judy Unger, lyrics, optimism, original songs, painting, reframing thoughts, staying hopeful, Take my hand, uplifting | 14 Comments

I HEAR YOUR VOICE

Posted on July 8, 2023 by Judy

What a blessing that at this time in my life, I can do all the things I love – without worry and stress. Everyday is precious! Continue reading →

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Father’s Day 2023

Posted on June 17, 2023 by Judy

On this Father’s Day, I remember my dad and am grateful for how much he loved me. His influence and devotion to his grandson was remarkable =. Even though he has been gone 11 years, his love continues to shine brightly. Continue reading →

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MY PINKY, MY HERO

Posted on April 30, 2023 by Judy

“It could have been worse” is a true statement. It allows for gratefulness at how things turned out. But for me it wasn’t comforting, because it reminded me of the foolish risk I took. I searched for a more comforting replacement thought. My mantra became: I would definitely make it through. Continue reading →

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BESIDE ME ALWAYS – PART 5

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Judy

Even though it’s been three decades, I kept my promise to Jason. At his funeral I announced tearfully, “I will keep his memory alive!”
Jason is very much a part of my music and songs. When I sing, I feel spiritually connected to him. Continue reading →

Posted in Healing and Hope, Insight Timer | Tagged anniversary of the heart, audio book, Beside Me Always, child's death, composing, creativity, death of a child, grief, grief and healing, GRIEF RELATED, guitar, healing, healing music, hope for healing, hope of healing, Insight Timer, inspiration, Jason, Judy Unger, loss, loss of a child, meditation music, Music, music and healing, music recording, optimism, original songs, performing, songwriting | 10 Comments

MY ONE-YEAR ANKLEVERSARY

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Judy

Ankle-versary = The anniversary date for breaking an ankle.
My ankleversary has brought me closer to the finish line. I will never be where I was before, but my finish line is about being able to move on from the injury. I’ve learned so much because of it. Continue reading →

Posted in Broken ankle | Tagged ankle fracture, ankle surgery, beach pictures, Broken ankle, broken fibula, creativity, Dealing with pain, expressing feelings, Friendship, fruit illustration, grief, hardware removal surgery, healing, healing and grief, hope, hope of healing, Illustration, Insight Timer, inspiration, Judy Unger, loss, optimism, painting, patience, performing, recovery, Songs of Healing & Hope, stitches, support, vulnerability, x-ray, xray | 10 Comments

YOU’RE BESIDE ME

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Judy

When my book became available two days before Mother’s Day, I eagerly shared the news. And then the reality of it all hit me. I put my head down on my desk and cried. They were tears of sorrow, tears of joy, and tears of healing. Continue reading →