Creative Ways to Remember Someone You’ve Lost This Memorial Day
I come from a military family—my dad, both grandfathers, and extended family members have all served in the Navy or the Army. Yet, shamefully, despite…
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Planning for the Holiday Season After a Loss
After my brother passed away last fall, celebrating the upcoming holidays was the last thing on our minds. I don’t remember exactly what we did…
How to Get Into the Holiday Spirit When You’re Having a Rough Time
The holiday season is traditionally a time for joy and celebration. Family and friends gather together. Homes are decorated, parties are planned, and gifts are…
Food for the Soul: Remembering My Father Through Traditions in the Kitchen
August 16, 2019 was the last time I saw my dad alive. He was eating a chocolate-covered strawberry ice cream bar and had jokingly stated…
How I’m Coping With the Loss of My Dad
When I got the call from my mom, I was driving home from a work trip. I picked up the phone, and she was gasping…
I’m Not Christian, but I Still Learn From the Psalms
Three months ago, my grandmother passed away due to natural causes. One might not see the inevitable passing of a relative in their late 80s…
Processing Grief, With the Help of Video Games
When I started playing video games as a small child, I never imagined the impact they would have on my life. I played “Crash Bandicoot,” …
5 Helpful Phrases to Say to a Grieving Friend
My brother Brett died at the age of 36, two weeks before my final exams for my master’s degree. It was a Saturday night, and…
I Hit Rock Bottom After Graduation. Here’s How I Made It Through
As my college graduation date neared, I dreamed of the glamorous life I was going to lead. I planned on moving to New York City…
How to Cope With Grief by Journaling
My best friend passed away at the age of 21. Like many who have lost a loved one due to mental health issues, I couldn’t…