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A Different Look at “The Rose”

April 8, 2020 by wpadmin

I have heard Bette Midler’s song “The Rose” numerous times when I was alone or in a group setting. Recently, I listened to “The Rose” and heard the words differently. The lyrics speak of love in comparison with a river...

Anger and Grief

February 26, 2017February 25, 2017 by wpadmin

I wonder if perhaps to some degree many of us get angry after a loss. The word anger brings to mind struggling with something, trying to get control over, wanting to be in charge; struggling, control and in charge of...

Caring for Others Can Be a Gift for YOU

December 15, 2015 by wpadmin

Friends, other family members and people I do not know personally have to take care of others who are ill and or dying. What losses are connected with these scenarios? What strengths come from being supportive of others? What gifts...

Grief Support Idea # 3

February 1, 2015 by wpadmin

“A Special Heart”

For some individuals, a heart has special meaning on different levels and therefore is a great way of remembering a loved one. When doing counselling sessions I ask individuals to choose a ceramic heart to hold onto. This heart...

Grief Support Idea #2. Making something from the clothing of a loved one

January 2, 2015 by wpadmin

“Sometimes we need something to hold onto.” It is not uncommon for some individuals to keep specific items of clothing of someone they love after the loved one has died. This idea of making something from the clothing of a loved one...

How difficult is it?

December 24, 2014 by wpadmin

I know life is difficult. I know life can be full of surprises; some come with hopeful anticipation and others come when we least expect it. Is life difficult because we have not figured out how to bend when the wind...

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A Different Look at “The Rose”

Anger and Grief

Caring for Others Can Be a Gift for YOU

Grief Support Idea # 3

“A Special Heart”

Grief Support Idea #2. Making something from the clothing of a loved one

How difficult is it?

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