“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 ... Their Wishes and Hopes
“Sometimes we need something physical to hold onto.”
After a loss such as a death has occurred, some individuals get comfort from holding onto something that belonged to the deceased person. One idea I am sharing with you now is about folding a piece of clothing in...
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...
No Tolerance after a Loss
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...
Adoption and Loss
Perhaps you have come across this situation in your counselling practice or you are a party in a similar circumstance.
Unexpectedly, in June 2019 I was contacted by a woman stating she thinks she is my half sister. “YA RIGHT”! I was...
Friends with Cancer
Recently I was reacquainted with a friend. Similar to what many people are experiencing, my friend has cancer. Another friend has cancer and another has died, it seems like everyone is dying. WHAT IS THIS ALL ABOUT?
Part of me wants...