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A Grandson’s Concerns

A Grandson’s Concerns

February 4, 2023October 29, 2022 by wpadmin
It is not uncommon for people to share stories of grief and loss.  To this day it never ceases to amaze me the number of children who live in fear after a death of a loved one.  Fear due to...
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“A Granddaughter’s Remembering”

“A Granddaughter’s Remembering”

January 21, 2023October 29, 2022 by wpadmin
I remember having a conversation with a child aged 5 after her grandma had died.  This young child frequently expressed sadness and a few tears while sharing stories of times spent with grandma. The sharing of stories continued for several years...
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Abby’s Song to “Grampy

Abby’s Song to “Grampy

January 7, 2023October 29, 2022 by wpadmin
One summer I had the honour of going to Prince Edward Island to support a friend whose dad was dying.  A long story made short; for 3 weeks that summer I spent time with a large family of 12 children...
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What is Different About Holidays?

What is Different About Holidays?

December 3, 2022November 7, 2022 by wpadmin
What makes this holiday season different than last year?  For some people it is the first time not having someone special around and for others it is the second year.  There are those who have been living and missing someone...
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Partner & Spousal Loss from a Broad Perspective

Partner & Spousal Loss from a Broad Perspective

December 3, 2022October 29, 2022 by wpadmin

As you know world has changed and along with it are the meanings of the words partner and spouse; which can refer to several different situations or relationships.

Grief and loss associated with any aspect...

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“WAKEUP Call”…Why Did You Say That?

“WAKEUP Call”…Why Did You Say That?

November 19, 2022October 29, 2022 by wpadmin

I am amazed at the insensitivity of some people when death and loss occur.  Do people think before they speak?  I am going to presume people do not know what they do not know.  

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Suicide Concepts & Terminology

Suicide Concepts & Terminology

November 5, 2022October 29, 2022 by wpadmin

When suicide touches close to home or you are in a position to help someone who is contemplating suicide, understanding a few terms and concepts will benefit you.

Committed suicide:

  • It is common to say “you commit a robbery” or “commit a...
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Suicide Facts and Introduction

Suicide Facts and Introduction

October 29, 2022October 29, 2022 by wpadmin
Suicide has been a part of life for many years.  History books, newspapers, and now social media sites all talk about suicide.  Suicide touches people in all areas of life.  No social, economical, sexual, educational or age boundaries exist when...
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Reframing the Loss Experience can Help: What’s in Your Back Pack?

Reframing the Loss Experience can Help: What’s in Your Back Pack?

August 8, 2022July 4, 2022 by wpadmin
After a loss occurs many individuals view the experience one way and from that perspective the individual creates the context of how the grieving process “should” be.  The key word here is “should”.  Who puts the emphasis on “SHOULD”? Does the...
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Helping Someone Else with Their Loss

Helping Someone Else with Their Loss

July 25, 2022July 4, 2022 by wpadmin

 

Wanting to help someone else with their loss and grief is common.  Seeing or knowing someone you care about in emotional pain is difficult.  Watching the prolonged effects of grief on an individual may magnify the wanting to help.  What...

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