How to Begin Your Healing Journey After the Loss of a Parent
Here’s a riddle for you: I have a starting point with no end in sight. I sneak up on you without warning and make you…
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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…
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,” …
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…
4 Ways You Can Help Those Grieving During the Holidays
Amid all of the decorations, cheer, and Christmas jingles, many people are fighting a secret battle: grief. They suffer in silence, fighting depression and overpowering…
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…
Back to Work After Loss: Navigating Grief in the Office
When I lost my maternal grandfather, I was only 8 years old. I was confused and sad, but was in the watchful eye of people…
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…
Is Gratitude Possible When Life Is Hard?
It’s been a difficult few years for my family. We lost my brother to an aggressive form of brain cancer in the fall. Since then,…
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…