GROW
Grief-informed Resilience,
Ownership, and Wellbeing
A space to pause and truly listen to yourself
Not all loss comes with a clear name.
Sometimes it shows up as an emptiness that’s hard to explain.
As a distance that suddenly feels deeper.
As a fatigue that doesn’t go away, even when you’ve been trying to stay strong every day.
Many of us live with these experiences quietly.
Without always having the language to describe them.
Without always having a space that feels safe enough to process them.
And often, what we need isn’t a quick solution.
But a space to pause, to feel, to understand and to know that we are not alone.
That’s where GROW comes in.
About GROW
GROW (Grief-informed Resilience, Ownership, and Wellbeing) is a community-based support group program designed by Talk Mental Health Indonesia as a non-clinical, grief-informed space centered on human connection. GROW is not a therapy space, and it does not aim to “fix” you.
Instead, GROW is a space to:
- show up as you are
- slowly make sense of your experiences
- find gentler ways to keep going
The program integrates various approaches from personal reflection, expressive arts, and body awareness to connection with nature to create an experience that is holistic, grounded, and deeply human.
Why This Program Exists
Many young people experience forms of loss that are not always recognized as grief:
- loss of a sense of safety
- painful changes in relationships
- life pressures and expectations
- past experiences that haven’t been processed
- or the feeling of “no longer being yourself”
But in reality:
- not everyone has access to professional support
- not everyone has a safe environment to open up
- and not everyone knows how to begin understanding themselves
As a result, these experiences are often suppressed, denied, or carried alone.
GROW exists as a starting point not an instant solution, but a space that is safe enough to begin.
Program Objectives
Through a 6-week journey, GROW aims to support participants to:
Understand grief as a broad and deeply human experience
Build a more honest language to name their feelings
Express emotions in safe and diverse ways
Experience support from others (peer support)
Recognize the connection between the body,
emotions, and personal needs
Develop a sense of ownership over their healing process
GROW Approach
GROW uses an integrative and layered approach, recognizing that each person processes experiences in their own way.
1. Grief-Informed Group Support
Participants are guided to understand that grief:
- is not always visible
- is not always linear
- and can show up in many forms in everyday life
2. Creative Expression
We use:
- journaling
- expressive writing
- visual and symbolic art
as mediums to express things that are difficult to put into words.
3. Body-Based & Movement Practice
Through:
- body mapping
- simple movement exercises
- regulation techniques
participants learn that emotions are not only in the mind, but also live in the body.
4. Nature-Based Reflection
Nature is used as a space to:
- ground oneself
- reconnect with the self
- and engage in calm, grounded reflection
5. Peer Support Ecosystem
Each session is supported by:
- a facilitator
- a peer facilitator
- and an introduction to peer counselors
Because we believe the process feels lighter when it is not carried alone.
6-Week Journey
GROW is designed as a step-by-step journey:
Week 1 — Starting with Safety
Building a sense of safety & understanding grief as a human experience
Week 2 — Express Without Shame
Making space for emotions that have been held back
Week 3 — When the Body Holds It Too
Recognizing the connection between the body and emotions
Week 4 — Grounding in Nature
Slowing down, grounding, and reflecting through nature
Week 5 — Finding Your Inner Compass
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Week 6 — Honoring the Journey
Sharing the journey through mini art sharing & collective reflection
Who Can Join
This program is designed for:
- teenage girls and young women (18–30 years old)
- those who are experiencing loss, confusion, or feeling overwhelmed
- those who want to better understand themselves emotionally
- those who need a safe space to grow
Location: Yogyakarta
Quota: 15–20 participants
A Space We Hold Together
We understand that this process is not easy.
That’s why GROW is built on the following principles:
- Safety — an emotionally safe space
- Consent — you have control over what you choose to share
- Confidentiality — what is shared in this space stays protected
- No judgement — every experience is valid
You don’t have to always be strong here.
You just need to show up.
Expected Outcomes
This program focuses on small but meaningful changes in:
- Wellbeing & Emotional Regulation
- Resilience (the ability to bounce back)
- Connection to Nature
- Self-Agency (a sense of ownership and control over oneself)
It is also supported by:
- a sense of safety within the group
- comfort in self-expression
- connection with others
- openness to seeking help
What You Might Take Away
GROW does not promise big changes in a short time.
However, we hope you leave with:
- a sense that you are not alone
- a gentler relationship with yourself
- new ways to understand and care for your emotions
- simple tools for reflection and emotional regulation
- and the courage to keep moving forward, even slowly
Because sometimes,
change doesn’t come from something big but from small spaces that finally feel safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ)
Is this therapy?
No. GROW is a non-clinical support group, not a substitute for professional therapy.
Do I have to always speak?
No. You are free to share or simply listen.
Is it safe for beginners (those who have never joined a support group)?
Yes. The program is designed with a strong foundation of safety and is guided step by step.
What if I feel overwhelmed during a session?
You always have the right to pause, take a break, or choose not to continue a certain activity.
Start Your Journey
Maybe you’ve been trying to be “okay” for too long.
Maybe you’re used to holding everything in because you didn’t know where to start, or who to turn to.
And maybe, there’s a part of you that quietly wants to be heard.
Not to be judged.
Not to be quickly fixed. But to be understood, cared for, and accompanied.
GROW is not about becoming your best version in a short time.
It is about giving yourself permission to pause to feel without rushing, and to grow in a gentler way.
Here, you don’t have to have all the answers.
You just need enough courage to begin.
Take Your First Step
If this space feels relevant for you, we invite you to become part of the GROW journey.
More information:
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Registration:
Fill out the form via this link: https://bit.ly/OpenCallGrowSession