Grief and Family Dynamics: What’s Your Grief Type?
Let’s talk about the different roles we play in family or community grief. Do any of these temporary grief archetypes sound like you?
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How To Survive When Grief Gets Worse in September.
If you are grieving the death of a parent or a loved one, your grief might feel even worse in September.
Addressing Childhood Trauma: Navigating Grief and Transformation
What does grief do to your past trauma? What happens to unresolved trauma after your parent dies? Is it time to change your life?
Can Grief Motivate or Inspire You?
When my mom died, life simply stopped. Her death snipped the thread that held me to the earth, to a life where I could see possibilities ahead.
Can You Do It Alone? Does Grief Need A Witness?
I recently heard someone say “grief needs a witness” in a YouTube video. But to be told there is something essential we need in order to heal our grieving hearts feels like a kick in the teeth.
Forgiving Yourself For Choices You Made Before Your Parent Died.
Are you still beating yourself up over things you said or did when your parent who died was alive? It's time to forgive yourself.
Are You Living An Authentic Life After Your Parent’s Death?
I've been holding onto what feels like a shameful secret—that even though my mom dying was and is my most painful and heartbreaking life event, after her death I was finally able to be my true self.
Parent Death & Grief–Will It Ever Get Better?
Life changed drastically when my mom died. The grief felt like someone turned on a distorted selfie filter--the world looked strange, oddly sharp yet out of focus. I didn't think it would ever get better.
How Does Music Affect Your Grief?
Does music help your grief or make it worse?
Why I Don’t Visit My Mother’s Grave.
I’ve never visited my mother’s grave. Do I feel guilty about it? Yes. Am I going to do something about it? No.
Grief and the ADHD Brain
People with ADHD and neurodiverse brains have different challenges and experiences with grief.
Is There A Wrong Way To Grieve Your Parent’s Death?
Is there something wrong with the way you're grieving? Is there a wrong way to grieve your parent's death?
Death By Grief–When Your Parent Died Of A Broken Heart.
Your parent's death certificate won't read "death by grief", but it's possible to die of a broken heart.
The Unfinished Business of Grief.
When your mom or dad dies, you may realize some unfinished business..
Grief, Thanksgiving, and Not Feeling Thankful.
Holidays are extra hard when you’re missing someone. Let's talk about grief, Thanksgiving, and not feeling thankful.
Is After Death Communication Actually Real?
Have you noticed strange things happening since your parent died? Are they just a coincidence or could after death communication actually be real?
Sorting Your Parent’s Stuff After They Die.
When our parents die, we're left with objects that require our attention. Physical memories. Sorting your parent’s stuff after they die can be a daunting task.
What It’s Like To Grieve For Four Years.
Most people understand your sadness on the one year anniversary of your parent's death, but after four years, some wonder why grief is still affecting you.
Knowing Vs. Not Knowing That Your Parent Is About To Die.
Would you want advanced knowledge that your parent is about to die? Or would you rather not know that their death is coming and have it surprise you?
Grief And The Pain of Mother’s Day.
For some of us, Mother's Day is the most painful holiday on the calendar.