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Knowing what to say to a grieving family member, friend, or colleague will serve as a vehicle to convey our empathy and feelings to the person(s) involved in the time of grief and loss. We need to know what to say and what not to say. I’m here to help you understand the complex journey … Read more

The power of positive thinking and thoughts has a way of shaping, redefining, re-tailoring, and profoundly re-positioning our lives, not only in times of grief and loss but also in our everyday lives. It’s always good to set our hearts and tailor our thoughts in this direction, irrespective of the situation. We exert almost the … Read more

The vital roles food and balanced nutrition play in grief and loss cannot be overemphasized. More often than not, we tend to lose our appetite during grief and loss; this happens to be the case in times of grief and loss. Grief is as much a physical ordeal as an emotional one. When you’re dealing … Read more

May the hearts of those grieving be comforted and their anguish quenched. For a widow or widower, you know that loss propels you into a world where words like ‘forever’ and ‘together’ suddenly carry a weight you never imagined. I understand that grief is not a one-size-fits-all experience; it’s deeply personal and can leave you … Read more

The LGBTQ community needs our support, respect, love, and understanding. In this article, I’m going to help you understand the complex layers of grief that individuals within the LGBTQ+ community often face. Grieving is a universal experience, but for LGBTQ+ folks, it can come with extra challenges. You’re going to find out about how grief … Read more

I’m going to explore the unique bond between pets and their owners. It’s a connection that’s as deep and meaningful as any friendship or family tie. Pets have become an integral part of our lives. They greet us after a hard day, listen without judgment, and offer unconditional love. This relationship shapes our routine, affects … Read more

I’m about to walk you through an important concept in child psychology: J. William Worden’s theory on grief, specifically tailored to the unique ways children process loss. Unlike adults, children’s understanding and expressions of grief can be quite different, often misunderstood or overlooked. Worden presented the four tasks of mourning, which offer a framework for … Read more

As a father myself, what this article tries to discuss is an event that no parent wants to experience or wishes for. Such an event could be so emotional devastating, tragic, exhausting and draining. It is a such a sensitive and draining experience, that needs an inward reflection and open-mindedness in it’s ways and manner … Read more

This article tries to examine the differences and the interconnectivity between grief and depression. If you’ve ever lost someone or something dear to you, you know the crushing weight of grief. That pain is a natural reaction to loss. Grief encompasses a range of emotions, from deep sadness to anger, and can affect both your … Read more

  Life, as you and I know it, is not a bed of roses. As humans, we are bound to face trials and tribulations. All these events, when and if not managed well, cost us our lives most of the time. And if not, such experiences always force us to become a better version of … Read more