After she died in 2018, the family of Aretha Franklin planned three public viewings before her funeral. She donned a different, but still fabulous, outfit at each viewing. When speaking…
She Wasn’t Supposed to Go First: A Personal Reflection on Loss
My aunt is gone. Stage 4 cancer took her life suddenly last week. As I try to grasp this new reality, the thing that keeps popping into my head is…
Surviving and Thriving as a Single or Solo Parent
And just like that, I was a single parent Whether by choice or not, the sheer overwhelm can take over on most days as you navigate life as a single…
Long-Distance Grief: Navigating Family Loss from Afar
When John and Sandra lost their mother in 2015, they were able to support each other and grieve together. They went through her things, they helped their father plan a…
It’s Okay to Grieve: Validating Your Feelings After Losing a Pet
Why does losing a pet hurt so much? Losing a pet can be an incredibly painful experience, often more intense than many people expect. Pets depend on us for everything,…
The Role of Family Dynamics in the Grieving Process
Explore How Different Family Structures and Relationships Influence the Way Individuals Grieve Have you ever thought about how we, as individuals, grieve? You’ll notice that no two people grieve the…
How to Reclaim Your Identity After An Unexpected Layoff
A job layoff can feel devastating Many of us tie a significant part of our identity to our careers. We are often asked at a young age: “What do you…
Father’s Day Without Dad: Quotes to Help You Through the Day
Father’s Day is a time to honor and appreciate the enduring love and invaluable contributions of fathers everywhere. However, for those who have lost their father, this day may bring…
Guiding Kids Through Loss: Effective Ways to Support Grieving Children
Most children are aware of the concepts of death and loss. They have seen it in cartoons and movies and read about it in storybooks. Nevertheless, the death of someone…
When Grief Becomes Overwhelming: Identifying and Treating Complicated Grief
Sandra felt life couldn’t get better. She and her husband were planning their retirement, and the future was looking great until the phone call that shattered her world. Sandra’s husband,…
