Over the years the topic of parents being estranged from their adult children has come up during conversations with clients, friends and family. Recently a friend mentioned a book she came across called “Done with The Crying”...
MAiD — Medical Assistance in Dying
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...
What is Different About Holidays?
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...
FRIENDSHIPS or ACQUAINTANCES
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...
Many Reasons for Missing Someone During the Holidays
We are entering what many people call the “Holiday Season”. When grief and loss are associated with this season the term “Joyful Spirits” may not be appropriate. What happens when you are unable to see loved ones for...
Using Items from Someone Who Has Died
I was watching a video that spoke of powerful concerns about using items or wearing someone’s clothing after they have died. Some of the comments pertaining to this video were religious and culturally based. The whole topic tweaked my interest.
Pre-planning your Will from a Grief Perspective
Have you sat down and thought about what your wishes are for when you die? What about your will? Did you just take a long pause to think? Perhaps, you have already put plans into place. If this is the case, I...
Healing from a Pregnancy Loss
I would like to share a few ideas and stories I have heard from women who have experienced a pregnancy loss.
One idea was about naming their child. In a quiet space she asked in...
Purchasing a Headstone, Grave Marker or Monument
During my years of researching topics that deal with death and loss I interviewed many people who had involvement with purchasing a headstone or grave marker. I asked for their thoughts on this experience. The people I spoke with had...
Who is your motivator?
Do you ever wonder how much worrying goes into being “stuck”?
This comment comes to mind after reading a recent posting from a friend on Facebook; specific reference was made about people who worry about...