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• posted: Aug. 11, 2021

When we’re deep in grief, healthy nutritional choices can not only be unattractive but they can be overwhelming. With so many decisions to make after a loss and the complex Read More

• posted: Aug. 11, 2021

Losing a sibling changes your world in a heartbeat. Bonds are shattered, future events like birthdays and holidays will never be the same, a void is created that is impossible Read More

• posted: Aug. 11, 2021

In times of emotional upheaval and grief, our bodies are also affected. Why? There are many important functions of the body set up to protect us from real and perceived Read More

• posted: Jul. 30, 2021

“Metaphors have a way of holding the most truth in the least space” – Orson Scott Card   We use the metaphor of a ‘journey’ for the struggle to survive the wilderness of Read More

• posted: Jul. 21, 2021

Many individuals bereaved by suicide experience a profound and life-changing disruption in almost all aspects of life. Why is suicide different? Often times, it is sudden, unexpected, violent and traumatic. Read More

• posted: Jul. 08, 2021

“There is no sense in punishing your future for the mistakes of your past. Forgive yourself, grow from it, and then let it go.” — Melanie Koulouris When we lose someone Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2021

What Happens Now? Dealing with aftermath of a traumatic loss is a complex process, not a one-time event. One in every six Americans are impacted by loss due to suicide, either Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2021

Journaling the Journey Writing when facing a deeply painful and emotional loss journaling is one of the best ways to sort through the complex mix of confusing emotions. There are no Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2021

We hear a lot these days about mindfulness. Mindfulness is a form of meditation. Mindfulness is a process of bringing your attention to your internal experiences in the present moment, Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2021

People have practiced meditation for thousands of years as a path to ultimate consciousness, to develop the ability to concentrate, to understand the mind, and regulate thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2021

One highly effective way of taking care of yourself during your grief journey is to find ways of grieving that make you feel better. Sounds simple! In fact, positive words Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2021

It is not uncommon for those who have experienced traumatic loss to seek engagement with other people who have experienced similar losses. Support groups are a good place to start, Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2021

When you lose someone you love, often we have the desire to create a permanent memory by getting a tattoo. It symbolizes the unbreakable bond that is inked into your Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2021

People who have experienced a significant loss often find it hard to express their emotions. Research shows that music can significantly reduce grief symptoms, and it can aid in helping Read More

• posted: Apr. 06, 2021

No two grief journeys are alike yet there is experience and knowledge available to educate and encourage loss survivors. This information will help you know that with time, you can Read More