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“Mrs. Anna Woods has completely shifted my life. I knew my backpack was getting too heavy to bare full but how could I possibly tackle ALL “my stuff”? I did therapy but I continued to feel stuck. When I heard her speak while in my professional role, it took everything to hold my tears back. I was on a journey of self-discovery. I knew it was finally time and this was the message I NEEDED to hear to really grow and this was the missing peace. Nothing happens by coincidence and God knew I was finally in the place to receive it. It was difficult and it was WORK. I remember our first session, I cried for most of the session for the first time in years. I finally cleansed myself and began to learn what grief meant. She shifted my perspective. It was through learning how to grieve that I learned how to embody joy. My conversations began to change, and I felt my relationships changing for the better. I walked away more self-aware, more joyous, and lighter. I HIGHLY recommend anyone who is ready to finally say enough of all their traumatic experiences weighing them down and ready to live a liberated, lively, and joyous life reach out to Mrs. Anna Woods. Your future self and your family will definitely thank you.”
— Kerry-Ann D., Life Coaching & Grief Recovery Educational Program
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"In the last year and a half, I have experienced two significant losses that turned my world upside down. I felt completely isolated and alone in my journey and became totally consumed with guilt and grief. After hearing a testimonial from a former colleague on the Grief Recovery Method and the work of Mrs. Anna I decided to invest in my own healing and give it a try. Over several weeks I worked with Mrs. Anna to understand and verbalize my emotions, recognize that grief is a natural and normal response to loss, and commit myself intentionally to the entire process. Slowly, I started to see inward and outward progress and achievement and became aware that how I chose to carry my grief would be up to me. It was and is my responsibility. As Mrs. Anna would say, “Healing is not a destination but rather a journey!” I’m grateful to have spent the time working with Mrs. Anna and choosing to reclaim my peace and victory one day at a time!"
—Christian S. Life Coaching & Grief Recovery Educational Program, 2024
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"Anna Woods is a precious gift to those who crave self-understanding and practical guidance to their own wisdom and inner recovery. She compassionately holds space for people to feel safe and feel exactly what they need to feel. Anyone who would take on this kind of work in retirement has to be authentic and passionate about it. Anna is exactly that. I am blessed to know her and to share with her in this grief (of all kinds) recovery process. As a support group facilitator myself & a healing guide, I highly recommend Anna, and her various offerings as a facilitator & life coach."
— Kristine A. J, Grief Recovery Educational Program
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"I had the honor and pleasure of working closely with Anna during her tenure in Corporate America. Anna is a genuine leader who is highly focused and well-versed in developing people. She has a knack for identifying strengths and weaknesses along with the unique ability to build and develop the person based on her analysis. Anna achieved remarkable success and results when managing and coaching people to be exceptional performers."
— John K, Corporate Partner
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"Anna Woods is a precious gift to those who crave self-understanding and practical guidance to their own wisdom and inner recovery. She compassionately holds space for people to feel safe and feel exactly what they need to feel. Anyone who would take on this kind of work in retirement has to be authentic and passionate about it. Anna is exactly that. I am blessed to know her and to share with her in this grief (of all kinds) recovery process. As a support group facilitator myself & a healing guide, I highly recommend Anna, and her various offerings as a facilitator & life coach."
Kristen Ashe Johnson | Facebook Reviewer
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"I was able to experience the Grief Recovery course facilitated by Ms. Anna. I say experience because my life has changed since attending the course. Initially, I didn't think the course was for me. But after a few classes I knew I needed to be there. I did not know grief was more than death. And I did not realize how much a loss could affect your future if not completely understood. Thank you Ms. Anna for providing a space where I felt comfortable enough to share, shed, learn and grow. I recommend Grief Recovery for anyone willing to go inside and do the work. It's good work and Ms. Anna is an amazing coach and facilitator. I'm forever grateful for this experience and her outpouring of love and genuine support."
Janee Lewis recommends Anna L. Woods | Facebook Reviewer
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“I recently had the pleasure of having Mrs. Woods lead a small group discussion about grief and loss, and it was life changing! She explained things in a way that made each listener reflect personally and find revelation. Truly a gifted speaker and coach.”
Brit Brit Gee recommends Anna L. Woods. | Facebook Reviewer
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“Mrs. Anna did an incredible job showing us the realities of racism in our country and the deep grief that results from it. She was very comprehensive in her history and explanation of grief. I would recommend Ann L. Woods for any organization that wants to bring transparency, vulnerability, unity, and stronger relationships in their community.”
Bethany Ann recommends Anna L. Woods | Facebook Reviewer
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“Anna Woods is a virtuous and accomplished woman who has incredible natural and spiritual gifts that have benefited many. Her planning, execution and organizational skills yield great results. Anna has a temperament and collaborative leadership skills that embrace all perspectives and gifts of others, while being decisive towards the best result. Her heart and compassion towards those who are grieving, personal grief experiences, training and certification as a Grief Recovery Method Specialist & Life Coach, along with her experiences in GriefShare ministries, makes her uniquely qualified to help those who are struggling with grief.”
Ken Also Sharon Battles recommends Anna L. Woods | Facebook Reviewer
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“I had the honor and pleasure of working closely with Anna during her tenure in Corporate America. Anna is a genuine leader who is highly focused and well versed in developing people. She has a knack for identifying strengths and weaknesses along with the unique ability to build and develop the person based on her analysis. Anna achieved remarkable success and results when managing and coaching people to be exceptional performers.”
John Kalish recommends Anna L. Woods | Facebook Reviewer
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“Upon starting this journey to grief recovery, my mind was in a whirlwind, ruminating over unexplained feelings toward grief and many losses endured. I need to be peaceful. Mrs. Woods understood my brokenness, that I’m scared, I’m tethered to past hurts. I need release to survive another year. She saw the need, and she guided me through grief recovery. The grief recovery program helped me to ask myself those difficult questions not uttered aloud. I was able to process that grieving is a beginning to facing the truth regarding my own insecurities. As I believe, I’m among the living, I should live without “carrying stones in my backpack.” I need to live a quality of life that is not weighed down. You do not have to respond like a script. I’m beginning to feel completeness. Forgiveness, apologies, and significant emotional statements opened my heart to begin recovering. If you are struggling to recover from grief and loss, enroll in Grief Recovery, facilitated by Mrs. Anna Woods, LLC. There is life after grief and loss.”
CL Holmes recommends Anna L. Woods | Facebook Reviewer
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"Mrs. Anna has been a personal mentor of mine, she’s wise, kind and has been a valuable sounding board of trust. I’m so glad that she is able to now share these gifts with others."
Mia Wolfe recommends Anna L. Woods | Facebook Reviewer
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“Mrs. Anna Woods have completely shifted my life! I knew my backpack was getting too heavy to bare and but how could I possibly tackle ALL “my stuff”? I did therapy but I continued to feel stuck. When I heard her speak while in my professional role, it took everything to hold my tears back. I was on a journey of self-discovery. I knew it was finally time and this was the message I NEEDED to hear to really grow and this was the missing piece. Nothing happens by coincidence and God knew I was finally in the place to receive it. It was difficult and it was WORK. I remember our first session, I cried for most of the session for the first time in years. I finally cleansed myself and began to learn what grief meant. She shifted my perspective. It was through learning how to grieve that I learned how to embody joy. My conversations began to change and I felt my relationships changing for the better. I walked away more self-aware, more joyous, and lighter. I HIGHLY recommend anyone that is ready to finally say enough of all their traumatic experiences weighing them down and ready to live a liberated, lively, and joyous life reach out to Mrs. Anna Woods. Your future self and your family will definitely thank you. 😊”
— Christian Starks
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“In the last year and a half I have experienced two significant losses that turned my world upside down. I felt completely isolated and alone in my journey and became totally consumed with guilt and grief. After hearing a testimonial from a former colleague on the Grief Recovery Method and the work of Mrs. Anna I decided to invest in my own healing and give it a try. Over several weeks I worked with Mrs. Anna to understand and verbalize my emotions, recognize that grief is a natural and normal response to loss and to commit myself intentionally to the entire process. Slowly, I started to see inward and outward progress and achievement and became aware that how I choose to carry my grief would be up to me. It was and is my responsibility. As Mrs. Anna would say, “Healing is not a destination but rather a journey!” I’m grateful to have spent the time working with Mrs. Anna and choosing to reclaim my peace and victory one day at a time!”
— Monet Gray
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“Anna L. Woods' Introduction to the Grief Recovery Method Conversation provided a different perspective of grief--its definition, cause, and physical and behavioral effects on the griever. Her explanation of the Grief Recovery Method and how it helps address identified and un-identifed sources of grief, when coupled with the testimonies of former clients, was compelling. Mrs. Woods' cool and peaceful countenance, provides confidence that the attendee's most intimate moments will be handle with care and professionalism. I look forward to taking the class soon!”
— Christina Mobley
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“Grief recovery has been an incredible blessing. It has taught me that expressing my voice in this stage of my life means for me, making the choice how I choose to live each moment. The shackles have been taken off my wrists, ankles, and neck. I have a great sense of freedom and clarity. I embrace each day, not worrying about the future or looking back at the past. I am free to live this moment right now, more beautiful than before. I get to present in my own life and not be a spectator. Thank you Anna for allowing God to use you in a special way!!”
— Tiffany Schiffner
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“Anna has a delightful facilitation style. She is creative, humorous and creates a safe environment for sharing. She is gifted in relaying the information and there is no doubt you will find application of it as you will hear messages of truth from your life. I highly recommend her and this work!”
— Larry Johns
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“I truly enjoyed the presentation, it was very informative. I definitely learned a great deal and took away a lot. Thanks for inviting us to this event.”
Anonymous
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I attended the Navigating Life’s Challenges | A Grief Educational Workshop
“I attended the Navigating Life’s Challenges / A Grief Educational Workshop on Nov 9th. It was such an informative workshop. It helped me to understand that I need to Go back before I can move forward. Something that really made me re-evaluate my life. Thank you, Anna Woods, for your loving spirit.”
C. Young | Navigating Life’s Challenges Workshop Participant | Google Review
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“I participated in the “Navigating Life Challenges” workshop, which was amazing!
“I participated in the “Navigating Life Challenges” workshop, which was amazing! It allowed me to look at my life and evaluate some things I had not considered. Anna L. Woods created an environment where everyone felt comfortable speaking their truth in a safe space. She inspires self-reflection to improve your quality of life. I highly recommend Anna as a Trauma Informed Speaker, workshop facilitator, and Coaching professional.”
J. Cason | Navigating Life Challenges Workshop Participant | Google Review
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I attended “Navigating Life’s Challenges Grief Edu Workshop!” It was awesome!
“I attended the “Navigating Life’s Challenges Grief Edu Workshop!” It was awesome! I learned a lot about the many forms of grief and life skills for managing the grief process. Anna was passionate and personal in her presentation and ensured we had a safe space to express our experiences and emotions. The workshop was engaging and interactive, and I left with the knowledge I will use.”
P. Bowman NLC Workshop Participant 2024
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Anna Woods is an amazing resource and skilled at speaking to the issues that we face.
Anna Woods is an amazing resource and skilled at speaking to the issues that we face. I am grateful for this workshop it was an open and honest discussion on something we all will experience in this life; which is grief. She provided practical tools to deal with the emotional toll of grief as well as an understanding that grief is a natural response to loss. I highly recommend her services.
M. Wolfe NLC Workshop 2024
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My perspective on grief has been positively impacted
“My perspective on grief has been positively impacted by the knowledge I gained from attending the Navigating Life’s Challenges workshop conducted by Anna Woods. Even if you have never experienced a loss (relative, job, physical ability, etc.), this workshop teaches you how to recognize grief and prepares you with different ways of handling it and other related emotions. Anna is passionate about helping others understand the levels of grief and delivers this course with real-life examples to make the content relatable and easy to digest. Highly recommend!”
S. Strickland | Navigating Liif’s Challenges | Workshop Participant | Google Review
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Anna is a welcoming, kind, safe, and exceptional trauma and grief coach.
Anna is a welcoming, kind, safe, and exceptional trauma and grief coach. I've experienced one-on-one time with her and in a group setting with others. She provides care, teaching, compassion, and equipping that can help people enter into and find their way along the grief journeys they need to begin or find themselves experiencing. Anna is a true gift and a gem.
Latrice Copenny | Navigating Life’s Challenges Workshop | Personal Experience | Google Review
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"I participated in the Navigating Life Challenges” workshop and it was absolutely amazing!
I participated in the “Navigating Life Challenges” workshop, which was amazing! It allowed me to look at my life personally and evaluate some things I had not considered. Anna L. Woods created an environment where everyone felt comfortable speaking their truth in a safe space. She inspires self-reflection to improve one's quality of life. I highly recommend Anna as a Trauma-Informed Speaker, workshop facilitator, and Coaching professional.
J. Cason | Navigating Life’s Challenges Workshop | Google Review