I Miss YOU Already
I know some of you will read this and know exactly what I am talking about because, they have been through it already. I know some of you are in the midst of this reality right now. You...
Pregnancy Loss Resources and Information
I am opening the door on a topic of loss experienced by many but spoken of by few; if you are triggered by this article, I can offer supportive services and resources.
Many people are touched by pregnancy loss that can...
Anger and Grief
I wonder if perhaps, to some degree many of us get angry after a loss. The word anger brings to mind struggling with something, enraged, mad, troubled, loss of control, wanting to be in charge and more. Sometimes, there are...
“GETTING RID” OF ITEMS AFTER A LOSS
The topic of “getting rid” of the clothing and items after someone has died or left a relationship is viewed from different perspectives.
Suppose, your partner has died and you don’t know what to do with the belongings. You contemplate with...
“HOPE” after Loss
What does HOPE look like to you?
How often have you used the word HOPE when life seems hopeless for yourself or someone else? HOPE may be a cry from someone who is grieving the loss of a loved one, the...
How difficult is it?
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...
Feelings of Blame and Guilt
In a “Coping with Grief” workshop a frequent acknowledgment is the feelings of blame and guilt. These feelings can be associated with sentiments such as; “I “should” have been the one to go (die)”, “Why did this happen to someone...
Alzheimer’s Disease and Loss
When talking about Alzheimer’s disease there are a few components that come to mind. Some of these components may be associated with other diseases and losses. If this is hereditary does that mean I will get it, what do I...
Is trauma connected to your loss?
Sometimes, there appear to be valid reasons for being stuck in grief.
You might ask “what reasons”…
- Fear of forgetting that person
- Time to “be” with the sadness
- Complicated issues associated with the grieving...
The Grief and Loss Journey
I believe no one escapes the experience of grief and loss. Loss can be experienced in many ways such as with;
- a death
- relationship ending,
- not seeing family for whatever reason
- job loss
- relocating/including immigrating to another country
- mental illness...