How to Face the New Year Well When Grieving
It is never easy to face the loss of a loved one. Grieving through the holidays can seem to add another layer of weight to that grief. If you or someone you know is grieving at this time of year, here are some tips for facing, and perhaps embracing, the…...
Tips for Planning a Memorial Service for You Pet
How do you feel about your pet? Is your pet a trusted friend? Do they feel like a member of the family? It is no wonder then that so many people want to ensure that their pet is taken care of properly after their death. Having at least some form…...
How to Enjoy the Holidays After Losing a Loved One
Losing a loved one close to the holidays, whether recently or years ago, can leave an emotional scar. It has the potential to change the holidays for those affected by a death. Is it possible to enjoy the holidays again after someone near and dear to you has passed during…...
Are Cremations Actually Greener?
In the last several decades, cremations have grown in popularity to the point where they are the most chosen form of final service. In fact, about 6 out of 10 people (56%) choose cremation over a traditional burial. The reasons are compelling. Cremations have been generally embraced by the world’s…...
Does Funeral Planning Prepare You Emotionally?
There are many practical reasons for pre-planning a funeral. It can be a solid financial decision and it can help clear any confusion as to what your desires are for final services. What often goes underappreciated, however, are the emotional benefits of making plans ahead of time. Here is a…...
Ways to Save on Funeral Expenses
Let’s face it. Funerals can get expensive. Families can tend to overspend during this emotional time. It is one of the reasons preplanning your own funeral can be beneficial. There are some ways, however, you can cut the expenses of a funeral. Choose a Gasket-Less Casket Gasketed caskets are designed…...
10 Activities to Take Care of Yourself
Are you taking good care of yourself while grieving? The odds are there are areas in which you can improve. But it can be difficult to make adjustments when the goals are too large. It may be more productive if you set goals in more achievable bites. Here are ten…...
What Is Normal Grief?
Grief is that powerful emotion we experience, frequently after the loss of a loved one. Grief, however, can also be experienced after a number of traumatic incidents like an auto accident, illness, loss of a job, or divorce. Grief can be challenging in that we each seem to experience it…...
How to Organize a Loved One’s Belongings After a Loss
Some describe the days following the loss of a loved one as a blur. It becomes difficult to separate the days, and those who are grieving often feel at a loss or even detached. There can at once be feelings of super sensitivity and emotion blended with periods of numbness…...
Tips for Writing a Creative Obituary
Being asked to write an obituary can be a frightening honor. All at once, you can feel blessed and grateful and yet fearful and nervous. A well-written obituary needs, of course, to be accurate. You also want to honor the deceased by capturing the essence of their personality. A carefully…...
