Our society often has a disconnected way of navigating grief. While things like meal trains and house upkeep can help a person cope as they grieve, the feelings of comparison…
20 Quotes Reflecting On Loss This Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate and cherish the unconditional love and countless sacrifices of mothers everywhere. However, for those who have lost their mother, this day may evoke…
The Dangers of Platitudes When it Comes to Grief
“Your mom would want you to be happy.” I heard this a lot while navigating the new world that existed without my mom. Of course, my mom would want me…
Navigating the Waves of Grief
Grief has often been compared to the sea. Some days the waves crash all around you, requiring you to fight to survive. Other days the sea is choppy, and though…
The Ripple Effect: How the Loss of a Friend Affects Our Relationships and Daily Lives
Friendship is one of the biggest positive aspects of life as a human being. It can bring great joy, love and closeness with others when we connect to another person…
Navigating Grief in the Workplace: Balancing Professional and Personal Loss
One of the unfortunate realities of losing a loved one is that life around you goes on as normal. While you want to grieve, there are still bills to pay,…
Finding Light in the Darkness: Moments of Joy and Hope Amidst the Stages of Grief
Grief affects everyone differently. For some, it manifests as physical torment such as a deformity or injury; for others, it can be an emotional and spiritual setback such as the…
Why Grief Isn’t Linear: Embracing the Ups and Downs of the Journey
Grief is an incredibly complex series of emotions that one can feel when they have lost a loved one. It is not a simple process that one goes through in…
The Dichotomy of Hope and Grief in Terminal Illness
Hope for the best and prepare for the worst- is probably the last thing you wish to hear from aclinician. Especially when you have a loved one who is terminally…
Triggers in the Digital Age: Navigating Social Media, Memories, and Online Reminders
Social media has been a breakthrough in connecting with others in our society. It has also brought changes to the way we grieve our loved ones. Websites and platforms such…
