Surviving Grief is a heartfelt and honest guide born from Eric’s deeply personal journey through loss. Inspired by his volunteer work co-facilitating grief groups with the Toronto chapter of Bereaved Families of Ontario, Eric opens up about the profound losses of his partner of 24 years, Rod, and his mother, just 11 months apart.

In sharing his story, Eric reveals how connecting with others—sharing experiences and listening to theirs—can ease the pain, bring comfort, and remind us that we’re not alone. Yet, not everyone has access to grief support or knows where to turn after losing a loved one. This book aims to bridge that gap.

Grief is a profoundly individual experience, shaped by your relationship with the person, your culture, personality, and life journey. With raw honesty and vulnerability, Surviving Grief offers practical tools, personal insights, and compassionate guidance to help you navigate your own path through loss.

Whether you’re grieving the death of a spouse, partner, parent, close friend, or even a beloved pet, this book is here to offer hope, understanding, and ideas to help you move forward.

What I Do

As a consultant, I’m here to help leaders like you make sense of the future and turn big ideas into something tangible and meaningful. Whether creating a new product, planning for what’s ahead with tools like trend analysis and scenario planning, navigating the twists and turns of the innovation process, or driving business development, I’ll work with you to bring clarity and direction. Together, we’ll build strategies that prepare you for what’s coming and help you grow and thrive in a constantly changing world.

Here’s a snapshot of the skills I bring to the table:

• Innovation committee management

• Innovation project management

• Innovation project fundraising & grant writing

• Innovation research

• Product or Service Procurement

• Prospecting

• Scenario planning

• Trend research and analysis

• Workshop facilitation

My Mission

To empower leaders to confidently navigate the future by turning ideas into impactful realities, fostering innovation, and driving meaningful growth in an ever-evolving world.

My Brand

My brand is all about blending sharp research with a sense of humor, because tackling big questions doesn’t have to be boring. I dive headfirst into the tough stuff, helping leaders face challenges with clarity and courage. At the same time, I’m always energized by what’s new—whether it’s fresh ideas, emerging trends, or the next big opportunity. It’s about making the complex approachable and the hard work rewarding, with a little fun along the way.

Client List and Testimonials available on my LinkedIn profile: www.linkedin.com/in/ericleoblais

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