I want to share some information that I had not completely pulled together in my mind until watching a recent seminar. The video included with this seminar is called “Her Last Project.”
After watching the...
Do you AVOID someone who is dying?
“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...
Helping You with Children, Funerals and Grief
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.
- Future emotional development can be affected...
Their Wishes and Hopes
“Coping with Grief” workshops involve participants identifying some of their concerns and feelings associated with grief and loss. It is common to hear words such as;
Anxiety ... 
Alone After the Loss of a Partner
Being alone after the loss of a partner due to whatever reason, is difficult for many of us. If this speaks to you, then chances are good that there is a knot in your stomach, perhaps a tightness in...
Throat Chakra: Difficulty saying what you want to say
For a few moments I want to explore with you more about grief and loss. I always state that grief is mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. This is me, speaking my truth and belief about grief and loss.
A Different Look at “The Rose”
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...
Today is Valentine’s Day, do you care?
For some people this is a special day and for others it may be a day of who cares about Valentine’s Day.
After the loss of someone you care deeply about, does Valentine’s Day have the same meaning?
Hmmm, what does Valentine’s...
Potentials for The Other Side of Grief and Loss
First, it is important to recognize that there is the potential for individuals to experience love, joy and happiness after a loss. Sometimes, they need help realizing this potential in themselves. You can help them do that.
Knowing that grief can be...
What others might not know about SUICIDE LOSS (part one of three)
Below is some of what others might not know about SUICIDE LOSS and the experiences that someone has when a suicide death happens to a person they care about. Not only care about, but perhaps they have found the deceased...