Tamara Beachum 🫘
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Tamara Beachum 🫘
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Grief Educator at Creative Grief Studio, Potter, remarried widow, National Parks geek, & reluctant political activist. I’d rather be making pots.

#Leguminati #DailyBeans #Pottery

Find my pottery site here: https://linktr.ee/tamarabeachum
This is one of my favorite pieces from my most recent kiln opening. The Sapphire Float glaze makes this dish sparkle. I’ve added this and other new pottery to my shop just in time for the holidays. If you’re looking for something handmade or one of a kind, take a peek: goimagine.com/beachumclayw...
November 19, 2025 at 5:50 PM
This is very much how I feel these days but…buy from artists if you can. None of us are Billionaires. #Pottery
November 19, 2025 at 12:34 AM
If you’re hunting for thoughtful gifts this season, I’ve been busy in the studio and uploaded new pieces. Mugs, bowls, small trays—lots of fresh work. Here’s the link: goimagine.com/beachumclayw... #pottery
November 17, 2025 at 12:49 AM
As grief practitioners, we guide others through the “firsts.” But what about all the holidays that come after? Explore Kara’s reflections on creative meaning-making beyond the first year: https://creativegriefstudio.substack.com/p/re-making-the-holidays
November 11, 2025 at 5:52 PM
I can’t understand how there is any pink in metro Atlanta for the PSC races. GA Power has a stranglehold on the consumers there. My power bills consistently went up there despite changes made to the house to make it more energy efficient. I understand that it’s even worse now. I 💙 blue GA though.
November 8, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Looking for connection in your grief support work? Join us today at 1 PM Pacific for Studio Hour: Conversations for Grief Workers. A relaxed space to share, listen, and feel supported. Free to attend, registration required: https://creativegriefstudio.com/short-courses/
November 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Writer and educator Katie Riegel shares how her Creative Grief Studio training reshaped the way she teaches, listens, and writes, bringing new depth to her creative life. Read her story: https://creativegriefstudio.substack.com/p/writing-through-grief-how-creative
October 28, 2025 at 5:55 PM
What if your session notes were written for your clients, not just about them? Explore this reflection and a short exercise on the Creative Grief Studio Substack: https://creativegriefstudio.substack.com/p/who-are-your-grief-support-session
October 16, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Just sitting over here realizing I put the Chun too close to the bottom on a few mugs and wine tumblers. Tomorrow me gets to wipe it off and re-glaze those sections tomorrow. Weeee!
October 16, 2025 at 12:14 AM
"It was helpful having tools demonstrated to see how we can implement them. I observed how others respond & hold space for each reaction. I also enjoyed the demonstration videos and recordings too, which increased the hands-on experience." Dana Cray, CGS Alumni https://short.fo/CGScertification
October 15, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The Creative Grief Studio is on Substack! Subscribe for creative tools, stories, and reflections that help grief practitioners grow their work with imagination and heart. https://creativegriefstudio.substack.com/
October 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Hubs researched the Smithsonian Institution way of hanging Native American rugs and mounted the one we purchased on vacation in Santa Fe, NM. Today it was installed. So pleased we’ll get to enjoy it every day now.
October 6, 2025 at 12:28 AM
“It’s a practice, not a perfect.” That simple phrase carries a lot of meaning. Creative Grief Studio Founder, Kara, tells the story of how these words first took root in her life and work.
September 30, 2025 at 7:28 PM
This was the day before the military was moved into DC. Miller was trying to paint a dystopian image of the so-called violence when a cute little family strolled by with not a care in the world. Absolute idiocy.
August 26, 2025 at 2:51 AM
The memes make themselves. Stephen Miller says that the DC streets are “more violent than Baghdad” as a cute little family of four strolls by on…the streets of DC. 🙄 I didn’t use a meme creator here. This was the actual closed caption on the video I was watching.
August 13, 2025 at 2:11 AM
"A sense of catharism was experienced as everyone became vulnerable with their own grief experiences in the safe space provided. I learned that we can allow our grief experiences to become a beautiful journey of rediscovery." Dana Cray, CGS Alumni https://short.fo/CGScertification
July 8, 2025 at 8:04 PM
I can wring my hands with the best of them. Today I chose my peace. I checked in on the budget bill, but we could see where that was going after the Senate passed it. I didn’t let it commandeer my time. I checked on the wildlife & wildflowers. Made a little pottery and made plans with neighbors. 1/3
July 4, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Life is Beautiful, 1997. This scene is etched in my mind.
June 25, 2025 at 1:41 AM

Photo by Vonecia Carswell on Unsplashisn’t something to fix, it’s something to witness. Our training teaches you how to sit with grief, not solve it. Learn more at CreativeGriefStudio.com.

👉 What’s the most powerful way someone has supported you in grief?
June 13, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Grief is personal, and so is our training! Our program features small groups of 10 or fewer, hands-on creative exercises, direct access to instructors, and a supportive community that lasts beyond the course. For engaging and transformative grief training, apply today at CreativeGriefStudio.com.
June 12, 2025 at 1:03 PM
What "grief rules" and prescriptions for how one "should" grieve seem to cause most trouble for your clients? CreativeGriefStudio.com
June 11, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Talking about grief isn’t always enough. Creativity helps access emotions words can't reach. Like:
🎨 Art to express feelings
📖 Journaling
🎶 Music to connect memories
🍲 Cooking significant meals
Join our training at CreativeGriefStudio.com to integrate creativity into grief support!
June 10, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Creativity is a game-changer in grief. Art, writing, movement, and even baking can help process emotions in ways words can’t. Explore creative grief support at CreativeGriefStudio.com.

👉 What’s a creative outlet that helps you process emotions?
June 9, 2025 at 1:02 PM

Our Monthly Happy Hour for Death and Grief Workers is happening today at 1 PM Pacific. This is a space to connect with others in the field, share your experiences, and feel supported. Free, but registration required. Join us: https://creativegriefstudio.com/short-courses/
June 6, 2025 at 1:03 PM
"In what specific ways do you work to build egalitarian, equal-power relationships with your clients?" CreativeGriefStudio.com
June 6, 2025 at 1:02 PM