“There is no grief like the grief that does not speak.” ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882) Writing about painful experiences is key to a successful recovery. If journal writing is not your bag, try your hand at poetry… yes, you! Writing a grief poem taps into your own private creativity. There is just something about the …
As we go through the process of grief, let’s not forget the children. Grief in children is often forgotten, but oh… so important to acknowledge! Grief In Children “As great scientists have said and as all children know, it is above all by the imagination that we achieve perception, and compassion, and hope.” ~ …
This 20 seconds in heaven story was written by one of our readers: Natalie Dosstter, (NM). Want to celebrate a loved one’s life? Create a memorial website in their honor in just a few easy steps. “Our Father who art in heaven “… My Mom has started praying The Lord’s Prayer since she was brought …
Two years ago, my cousin Hazel hit rock bottom when she lost her husband in a car accident, leaving her with their 2 daughters. She was utterly devastated. Every waking moment for her was a struggle, not only in dealing with her loneliness but also in thinking how she’s going to raise her kids on …
Being in love is exhilarating. Breaking up is horrible. You never know how long you’re going to be in pain or how you’re going to get through it. I’ve been there! Six weeks later, eyes welling up with tears, asking my best friend, “Why am I still so sad?” after the mere mention of his …
What is a memory box? A memory box is a container of your choosing that holds special things that belong to you (if you want to leave your family a way to remember you by) or things that belong to a loved one you lost. Types Of Memory Boxes Memory box to remember a loved …
Grief counseling for children… Gosh, there you are, all balled-up with your own grief. Yet, in the back of your mind, you know that you need to look out for the kids as well. They may be clingy, or have nightmares, or be acting out horribly in school. Common sense tells you that some misbehavior …
Songs about grief … Music has a way of touching your soul as nothing else can. There is no thinking involved: just pure emotions. If you are already a musician, take the time to indulge yourself by playing or even creating a song in tribute to your lost loved one. If you have always wanted …
The deeper that sorrow carves into your being the more joy you can contain. Is not the cup that holds your wine the very cup that was burned in the potter’s oven?” ~ Kahlil Gibran (1883-1931) Your grieving heart … This is probably the most important section of our entire website. If you visit no …
Grief and loss books… Okay, so you’re not much of a reader. I suggest that you open your mind and give this a try, anyway. Why? Many grief books contain great wisdom and can speak to you on a personal level in the quiet solitude of your darkest days. Many people have reported that their …