Lisa-Marie Presley Inspired Loss Awareness Day
A tribute to love, loss, and healing through connection and remembrance.
On September 29th, we’re transforming our pain into purpose.
LOSS AWARENESS DAY: A CALL TO ACTION
America does not talk about grief. It does not acknowledge it, it does not honor it, and it does not make space for those who are forced to carry it. But here’s the truth: grief is not just personal—it’s universal. It is the thread that ties every human being together.
And yet, our society brushes it aside, leaving those who grieve to navigate loss in silence, in isolation, without recognition or support.
Loss Awareness Day is a necessary step toward changing that
WHY LOSS AWARENESS DAY MATTERS
Loss is not just death—it is the end of relationships, the loss of identity, the collapse of stability, the upheaval caused by global events. Over one million Americans were lost to COVID-19 alone, leaving millions more trapped in the aftermath, searching for meaning, struggling to find their way through grief.
This day is about more than remembrance; it’s about acknowledgment. It’s about saying, “We see you. We stand with you. We honor what you’ve lost.”
What does it mean to truly honor those who grieve?
For years, I and others in the grief community have fought for recognition, and for years, we have been ignored. Our appeals have been overlooked by governors, congresspeople, and even former President Obama. And now, for the third year in a row, Governor Kathy Hochul has vetoed the Grieving Families Act, dismissing the millions of people in this country who carry loss every single day.
We are not asking for pity. We are demanding recognition
THIS IS OUR MOMENT
We have been quiet for too long. We do not have to grieve in silence.
Loss Awareness Day is not just a date—it is a movement. It is a stand against the way grief is ignored in this country. It is a declaration that loss is real, grief is valid, and those who carry it deserve to be seen.
Sign the petition. Share the message. Be part of the change.
Because loss may be inevitable—but being forgotten should never be.
A Call for Leadership: President Trump, This Nation Needs a Voice for the Grieving
Mr. President,
America is a nation shaped by its strength, its resilience, and its ability to rise from adversity. But there is one battle we have yet to face with the dignity and recognition it deserves—the battle of grief.
Millions of Americans carry the weight of loss in silence—not because they choose to, but because our society offers them no space to be seen, no acknowledgment of their pain. Loss Awareness Day is not about weakness; it is about resilience. It is about honoring the millions who grieve, not as a burden, but as a testament to love, endurance, and the unbreakable American spirit.
With one million signatures and your support, we can bring this mission to the forefront. We can ensure that September 29th becomes a national day of recognition, a day where grief is not dismissed but honored as the universal human experience that it is.
This is a moment for leadership. A moment to stand for those who have lost, those who are rebuilding, and those who deserve to know that their pain matters. Now is the time to act.
I ask for your voice, your leadership, and your commitment to helping establish September 29th as Loss Awareness Day—a step toward acknowledging the truth that every American will one day face: that loss is inevitable, but being forgotten should never be.
With infinite respect,
Michele Bell, The Grief Warrior®
Advocate for Grief and Mental Health Awareness
WHY SEPTEMBER 29TH?
Numerology is one of the guiding tools I use to navigate my life with intention—whether planning retreats, writing my books, or setting goals on this shared journey. It resonates most deeply with those who believe in its power, and I share this perspective with confidence, knowing it can foster greater connection and purpose.
Lisa Marie, her father Elvis, and Austin Butler (who so poignantly portrayed Elvis) all share Life Path #9, “The Humanitarian.” This alignment brings us three Life Path 9s, each embodying compassion, selflessness, and service. But there’s more.
Lisa’s son Ben was 27 when he transitioned. 2 + 7 = 9.
Now, we see four 9s. 9 × 4 = 36, and 3 + 6 = 9 again—reaffirming the significance of this number.
September is Suicide Awareness Month, a significant time for me. My brother died by suicide, as did Lisa’s son Ben. This month carries the weight of our shared grief and the intention to bring healing and awareness to the world.
The September 29 date carries further meaning: 2 + 9 = 11, a master number representing “The Healer.” Lisa Marie, Elvis, and I share profound ties to this number. My father and I also share Life Path #11 with Lisa and Elvis, weaving our stories together in a destined way.
December 29, 2005, was the day my son, Nicky, transitioned from this world. The number 29 continues to weave through my life with a quiet yet profound presence—a constant reminder that even in the depths of loss, there lies a connection to purpose. It’s as if the universe speaks in symbols, guiding me to transform grief into something meaningful, to honor the love that endures beyond the veil.
Finally, three 11s—the Life Path number I share at the culmination of this journey—sum to 33, which was Nicky’s Life Path: “The Master Teacher.”
Every layer of this date, every thread of numerology, reflects not just loss but the infinite wisdom and connection we can draw from it. September 29 is more than a date. It symbolizes transformation, healing, and a path forward for all who carry the weight of loss. It is my purpose, and perhaps it will be yours, too.
There are moments in life when a connection feels destined, as though divinely orchestrated to remind us of something greater than ourselves. Lisa Marie Presley was one such force—a luminous presence, an incomparable wellspring of love, energy, and truth. She embodied a depth that many spend lifetimes yearning to touch.
Lisa’s love for her children was nothing short of sacred. She was a devoted mother whose life was intertwined with profound joy and unrelenting sorrow—a testament to the paradoxes of existence. Hers was a spirit that burned brightly, not in the superficial sense of fame, but in how she carried the weight of her grief and shared it with authenticity and grace.
Her life, though taken far too soon, reflected the divine interplay between fragility and strength. Lisa understood what few dare to articulate: that loss doesn’t diminish us—it transforms us, carving out spaces for connection, remembrance, and healing.
In her honor and in memory of all those we have loved and lost, I invite you to join me in signing the petition to establish September 29th as Loss Awareness Day. This is more than a date on the calendar; it is a reverent acknowledgment of the invisible threads that bind us to one another and those who have crossed the threshold of existence.
Lisa understood the power of honoring grief—how it moves through us, reshapes us, and ultimately invites us to love more deeply. This day is not just about loss; it’s about resilience, community, and the infinite nature of connection.
Let us make space for this sacred reflection. Together, let us transform grief into purpose and ensure that love continues to guide us forward in all its infinite forms.
Loss is a Part of the Human Experience. It’s Time to Make Space for It.
2.5 million people die in the U.S. annually, leaving ~12.5 million grieving family and friends.
1.5 million children in the U.S. lose one or both parents before they get to high school.
1.05 million people died in the U.S. alone from COVID-19.
Through it all, we move in silence. But Loss Awareness Day changes this. It gives our community a voice. It advocates for our needs. It’s not about “moving on” but making space for loss.
With 1 million signatures, we can get Loss Awareness Day on the calendar and begin our journeys toward change, healing, and community.
I appreciate your support,
Michele Bell, The Grief Warrior®
Healing begins with Awareness. The word GRIEF does not capture the depth of our feelings. Loss is breathless. Through it all, we move in silence. With Your Support, we can learn to Live After Loss.
