When words fall short, stories step forward. This November, Houston is invited to pause, reflect, and heal as the Starworks Foundation presents Journeys of Goodbye: Stories of Grief, Love, and End of Life Reflections—a moving event and companion book experience honoring National Grief Awareness Month and National Hospice and Palliative Care Month.

This isn’t just another book launch—it’s a heart-centered gathering for anyone who’s ever loved deeply and lost profoundly. It’s a space where grief and grace share the same breath.

The Power of Goodbye

Every goodbye tells a story. Some are whispered through hospital corridors; others are felt in the stillness after a final phone call. Journeys of Goodbye captures those moments with profound tenderness—stories of love, caregiving, and courage written by spiritual leaders, healthcare professionals, and everyday people who found meaning in the moments between life and loss.

The collection—curated with care by visionary and co-author Satavia Hazley Austin—shines a light on the emotional, spiritual, and human sides of farewell. Each story reminds us that in the ache of loss, love never truly leaves—it simply changes form.

“Even in goodbye, there is the promise of something more,” the authors remind us.

Event Details: Beyond the Goodbye – A Forum on Grief, Planning, and Healing

Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
Location: The Fountain of Praise Church, 13950 Hillcroft Street, Houston, TX 77085
Registration & Book Pickup: 1:30 PM
Forum Discussion: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Healing Pen Collective Meet & Greet Book Signing: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Join The Healing Pen Collective for a heartfelt forum where stories transform into shared strength and tears find company in understanding. This free community event offers both reflection and restoration—an opportunity to connect, learn, and honor the universal journey of loss and renewal.

About the Book: Journeys of Goodbye

At its core, Journeys of Goodbye is an offering of hope—a beautifully woven collection of stories for those navigating the uncharted terrain of grief. Whether you’re a caregiver, a clinician, or someone still learning to live with an empty chair at the table, these pages offer solace and strength.

Order your copy or learn more: www.JourneysofGoodbye.com

Why Houston Should Show Up

Houston is a city of heart—where community means showing up for one another, especially when life hurts the most. This event reflects that spirit. By sharing stories of goodbye, we remind each other that love, empathy, and storytelling remain our greatest healers.

Houston Style Magazine proudly supports Journeys of Goodbye and the vital work of the Starworks Foundation in fostering emotional resilience and compassionate dialogue.

Join the conversation. Bring a friend. Bring your heart. Because healing begins when we walk beyond the goodbye.

Register and learn more at JourneysofGoodbye.com
Saturday, November 1, 2025 | 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM | The Fountain of Praise Church