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Losses Connected to Debilitating Illness

Losses Connected to Debilitating Illness

February 9, 2025February 6, 2025 by wpadmin
In the past I spoke with a group of individuals from the Parkinson Society. With a warm welcome they shared some of their stories and experiences with me. This caused me to think more about how losses connected to a...
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Children and Thoughts of Suicide

Children and Thoughts of Suicide

May 12, 2024May 5, 2024 by wpadmin
Children and thoughts of suicide is a topic many, including myself, find disturbing. You may ask yourself “Why would a child have thoughts of suicide”? Are there no support systems? Where are the parents? There is never a shortage of questions....
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Children and Thoughts of Suicide Part 2

Children and Thoughts of Suicide Part 2

May 1, 2024April 2, 2024 by wpadmin
As discussed in a prior article part 1, children DO have thoughts of suicide and DO act upon those thoughts. What do you need to pay attention to? How do children know about suicide? What can YOU do? What do you...
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Why do We Hesitate to Seek Help?

Why do We Hesitate to Seek Help?

July 14, 2023November 21, 2022 by wpadmin

I have always wondered why people in general do not seek grief help when it is available to them.   What gets in the way; cost, pride, time, perception, fear, embarrassment or perhaps a bad experience when seeking help...

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“WAKEUP Call”…Why Did You Say That?

“WAKEUP Call”…Why Did You Say That?

November 19, 2022October 29, 2022 by wpadmin

I am amazed at the insensitivity of some people when death and loss occur.  Do people think before they speak?  I am going to presume people do not know what they do not know.  

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Suicide Concepts & Terminology

Suicide Concepts & Terminology

November 5, 2022October 29, 2022 by wpadmin

When suicide touches close to home or you are in a position to help someone who is contemplating suicide, understanding a few terms and concepts will benefit you.

Committed suicide:

  • It is common to say “you commit a robbery” or “commit a...
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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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Today is Valentine’s Day, do you care?

Today is Valentine’s Day, do you care?

February 15, 2020February 12, 2021 by wpadmin
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...
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Potentials for The Other Side of Grief and Loss

Potentials for The Other Side of Grief and Loss

November 19, 2019 by wpadmin
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...
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No Tolerance after a Loss

No Tolerance after a Loss

October 15, 2019 by wpadmin
  I share this post as an observation to help you help others with grief and loss. Have you ever looked at, listened to or lived with someone after a close relationship ended, even by death?  One theme that is common among...
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