5 Ways to Navigate Grief When You’re Struggling to Be Thankful This Thanksgiving
When Thanksgiving Doesn’t Feel Thankful: Navigating Grief During the Holidays As my family and I plan our Thanksgiving gathering, I find myself grappling with the bittersweet reality that comes with supporting grieving families who are struggling to feel thankful—and, truthfully, I can understand why. Admittedly, I struggle with being grateful at times too. While Thanksgiving […]
Celebrating Love and Legacy – The Tradition of Roses
Grieving the loss of a loved one is a profound and deeply personal journey, one that we each navigate in our own unique way. It’s a journey filled with many emotions and memories, often accompanied by a yearning to keep the connection alive, to honour and celebrate their profound impact on our lives.
How to Support Someone Who Is Grieving
Grieving is a deeply individual process, and there is no right or wrong way to experience it. What is universal, however, is the need for support and understanding from those around us. Grief is a natural response to loss, an emotional journey that everyone experiences differently.
Bereaved Parents Month: Understanding and Supporting the Grief of Parents Who Have Lost a Child
In July, as the days stretch long and the warmth of summer envelops us, we come together to recognize Bereaved Parents Month—a time dedicated to honouring the enduring love and remarkable resilience of parents who have experienced the loss of a child.
Mother’s Day Reflection: Finding Meaning in the Journey of Grief
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, a celebration of love, nurture, and gratitude that can evoke a mosaic of emotions for those of us navigating life without our mothers.
Nurturing Mental Well-being: Daily Practices, Coping Strategies, and the Window of Tolerance
It’s easy to overlook the importance of tending to our mental health in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. Just as we prioritize physical exercise and nourishment, our minds require daily care and attention, too.
Navigating Grief on Valentine’s Day: Embracing Healing At A Time Hearts are Broken.
As Valentine’s Day approaches, traditionally associated with joy and celebration, it’s crucial to acknowledge that for many, this time is not always joyous.
Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season: A Guide to Finding Hope
As we find ourselves in the heart of the festive season, where homes are adorned with twinkling lights and the air carries the unmistakable scent of pine needles and hot cocoa, there lies a range of emotions that colours our hearts and the holiday season.
Resilience in the Face of Chaos: Navigating Grief, Trauma, and Global Uncertainty
In an increasingly turbulent and uncertain world, grief transcends the boundaries of personal loss. We mourn not only the passing of loved ones but also the erosion of stability, safety, and the comforting embrace of normalcy in our lives.
The Phenomenon of Grief: Exploring Community Mourning and the Loss of Celebrities
Grief phenomenon and celebrities. I’ve always been captivated by the overwhelming expressions of sorrow for individuals we’ve never had the chance to know personally.