Grief Support

Losing a loved one is a profound experience, and knowing how to support someone who is grieving can be challenging. It’s important to offer comfort and understanding during their time of need. Here are some dos and don’ts to keep in mind when communicating with someone who is grieving. Helpful…...

It has been well-established that everyone experiences grief differently. That is, in part, what makes dealing with it so challenging. That is not to say, however, that there are some similar traits, feelings, and emotions that those who are grieving share. Here is a list of four common emotions that…...

In the past, we’ve addressed grief and the myriad of ways to cope with it. There are in-person and virtual support groups, counseling, grief support pets, and simple conversations with friends. There is another coping mechanism that is gaining popularity when processing grief. It is journaling. Journaling for grief can…...

If you feel funerals and final services are expensive, you are not alone. It is also nothing new. For generations, families have tried to offset these costs through life insurance. Premiums could be as little as a few cents per week. One of the reasons funerals can be expensive is…...

We have all seen some heartwrenching photos and videos of pets in grief and disbelief after the death of their owner. They may wait patiently at the door hour after hour, waiting for the owner to return. They may sit attentively “on guard” at the foot of a casket or…...

The winter months can wear on us all. When you are grieving during this time of the year, it can add to your sadness and pain. What is it about the winter that weighs so heavily upon our psyche? Why is grieving during the cold weather season so challenging? There…...

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…...

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 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…...

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…...