From an outsider’s perception, situations involving grief and loss may look similar but that’s rarely the case for those experiencing the loss of a loved one. Grief comes in all…
The Best & Worst Things to Say to a Person Grieving
The 4 Best Things to Say to a Person Grieving Even the most empathetic people can have trouble finding the right words for someone who is experiencing loss. Though you…
Coping with Grief Triggers in Everyday Life
Have you ever been in the middle of something and suddenly felt overwhelmed with sadness? You were washing dishes, and then, out of nowhere, it hit you. These are called…
Empathy behind the Mask: Personal Stories of Grief from My Experience as a Medical Student
Who knows I’m grieving as I walk- as I write this? I have seen people engulfed in acute grief, depths unfathomable to my prior understanding. Is grief part of what…
Finding Comfort in Community: Connecting with Others and Sharing Joyful Memories During Grief
Connection with others is a fundamental need for humans. Lacking these connections can lead to depression, loneliness and a state of ennui – which is an unfortunately commonality in the…
The Myth of Closure: Why Acceptance Doesn’t Mean ‘Getting Over’ Grief
According to the Swiss-American psychiatrist Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, individuals cope with grief in five stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. This theory has since been adapted and now includes seven stages,…
Grief & Financial Stress: Managing the Practical Challenges of Loss, Grief & Trauma
Dealing with loss is a deeply challenging time in anyone’s life. While you may wish to shut out the world and focus on your healing, there are often many obstacles…
Creative Outlets for Grieving Children – Art, Play, & Expression
Unfortunately, grieving is a natural part of our lives. Grieving is a complicated process for anyone to navigate – and that process can be even more challenging for children. Children’s…
When a Child Chooses to Estrange: Is There Hope For Reconciliation
The estrangement between parents and children happens due to several reasons and can range from mistreatment/abuse, disagreements about the past, traumatic experiences or incompatible views. This can be from either…
Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Breakup Grief: Understanding the Stages
Breakup Grief IS Grief—Full Stop. If you are like me, you might question how a breakup could feel so unbelievably painful. “Breakups happen every day. There’s simply no way this…
