Introducing Grief to Growth
Grief to Growth is a presentation series designed to help people move through loss and find meaning on the other side of it. Each session blends honest conversation about grief with practical tools for healing and growth — not to rush anyone past their pain, but to walk alongside them as they find their way forward.
The Grief to Growth workshop provides a compassionate space for participants to explore grief, understand its impact, and learn life-coaching tools that support gentle forward movement. As facilitators, our roles are to guide reflection, maintain emotional safety, and encourage empowerment without offering therapy or clinical advice.
From Grief to Growth Workshop Presenters
Karen Potischman is a leader, coach, and lover of life with more than 25 years of experience in employee and leadership development across both the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds.
She is passionate about coaching and helping people reach their full potential. Karen holds a master’s degree in Training and Development from Lesley University and is an iPEC Certified Professional Coach.
As the owner and principal of KJP Life and Leadership Coaching, Karen works with clients to create sustainable mindset and behavior shifts that empower them to achieve their personal and professional goals.
A lifelong Massachusetts resident, Karen lives in Mansfield with her husband and their lovable Lab mix rescue pup, Kayla.
Wendy Juergens is a Healthy Aging Coach dedicated to helping people live a stronger, happier life with greater vitality. For more than 20 years, she has guided individuals of all ages toward improved, sustainable health — drawing on epigenetic nutritional supplements and quantum nutrition to support the body’s natural ability to repair, restore, and thrive.
Wendy is also an author. Her first book, published in December 2025, shares the deeply personal story of her son, who died by suicide in 2012. Through both her writing and her coaching, she is committed to transforming that loss into meaningful support for others — offering hope, understanding, and a path forward for those navigating grief or seeking resilience.
Wendy resides in Norton, MA with her husband and Eddie, their black lab.