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Triggers with Loss & More

Triggers with Loss & More

July 10, 2022July 4, 2022 by wpadmin
Continuing from the prior blog post this month about “Families & Veterans: How Grief and Loss Continue after War” I have provided information about triggers associated with Veterans which share components with grief and loss in general. The term “Trigger” is...
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Families & Veterans: How Grief and Loss Continue After War

Families & Veterans: How Grief and Loss Continue After War

July 4, 2022July 4, 2022 by wpadmin

Recently I spoke with a family member who is affected by the traumatic experiences of an individual/veteran who was in the army and active in war.  She shared numerous examples of how life is a series of losses for the...

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Children dying; what do you say or do?

Children dying; what do you say or do?

May 23, 2022April 16, 2022 by wpadmin
I am opening the door for discussion and thoughts on children dying from an illness or whatever reason. Young children unable to talk can sense how others are reacting.  Emotions carrying a heaviness of fear, anxiety and sadness are difficult for...
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The Elephant in the Room

The Elephant in the Room

May 9, 2022April 18, 2022 by wpadmin
I have noticed the “ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM” on many occasions and to be honest, sometimes I have been afraid of that elephant.  You might wonder what she is talking about.  You know, that thought in your mind...
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Do you AVOID someone who is dying?

Do you AVOID someone who is dying?

April 25, 2022May 2, 2022 by wpadmin
“Oh, no” may be first thought that comes to mind when you realize someone is dying.  The accompanying feeling of hollowness in the pit of your stomach may set the stage for subsequent decisions and choices made when asking the...
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FRIENDSHIPS or ACQUAINTANCES

FRIENDSHIPS or ACQUAINTANCES

April 12, 2022April 12, 2022 by wpadmin
When I say “FRIENDSHIPS” what comes to mind?  Do you have a close friend or two?  Are some of your friends more acquaintances than true friends?  When times get tough what friends are there for you?  Now, add grief and...
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Teenagers and Loss

Teenagers and Loss

March 25, 2022December 14, 2021 by wpadmin
  The teenage years can be a time of struggling with everything and everyone from parents, friends, school and authority.  The difficulty of teenagers separating from parents/family, becoming their own person and creating the independence necessary for their future...
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Grade School Aged Children with Grief and Loss

Grade School Aged Children with Grief and Loss

March 18, 2022December 14, 2021 by wpadmin
  Today I am going to focus on children aged 7 to 11; keep in mind the age grouping is approximate due to children developing and maturing at different rates. Some of the information being pointed out about...
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Younger Children and Loss

Younger Children and Loss

March 11, 2022December 14, 2021 by wpadmin
I won’t delve into the reality of many adults having their own anxieties about death which can hinder their ability to help children deal with death and loss.  Cartoons tell it all, don’t they? I am going...
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Helping You with Children, Funerals and Grief

Helping You with Children, Funerals and Grief

March 4, 2022December 14, 2021 by wpadmin
  Frequently I am asked if a child should go to the funeral home.  I will never tell someone what to do but, below I will offer a few points for consideration.
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