Talking to Kids about Death
by Julia Rajtar, M.A.P.S., BCC A 4-year-old boy kept asking his parents when grandpa was returning to play with him. Every day, the boy was playing outside the house...
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Grief Journaling Prompts
Writing can be very healing in times of grief. Grief journaling prompts are a great way to get you started. Sitting down and processing feelings on paper is easy for...
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Moving Beyond Coping & Surviving As We Mourn and Grieve
by Julia Rajtar, M.A.P.S., BCC After a loss, how do you move beyond coping and surviving to being transformed and thriving? Ben Wolfe, M.Ed., L.I.C.S.W., FT, and a presenter...
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3 Ted Talks on Grief
Listening to another person who has gone through grief and pain can be healing in your own grief journey. It allows us a certain kinship with others that may be...
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Voicing your Grief through Writing
Chaplain Julia Rajtar, BCC, MAPS When was the last time you wrote a letter? Writing a letter to your deceased loved one, is one way bereaved have found valuable...
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Grief and Comfort Food
Grief and comfort food often go hand in hand. A hearty meal or a sweet treat can be comforting when you are struggling with grief. We know eating healthy, whole...
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Boost Your Physical Health As Grief Support
Did you know you can boost your physical health as grief support. Grief is not one size fits all. Each human grieves in their own way. Some may show emotions...
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Why Every Parent Needs a Will and End-of-life Pre Plan
Every parent needs a Will and end of life pre plan. Starting out your family is an exciting time in life. Raising young children is busy, stressful, exciting and full...
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Grief: Experienced and Defined
By Chaplain Julia Rajtar, MAPS, BCC “I miss my parents so much. I miss talking with them, seeking their guidance, I miss our Tuesday night dinners, and each...
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When Grief Turns To Action
When grief turns to action. Another mass shooting. Another 19 children and 2 teachers. Dead. The communal grief is overflowing. Losing a loved one, especially a child is beyond heart...
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Talking with Children and Teens after a School Shooting or other Tragic Events
Chaplain Julia Rajtar, MAPS, BCC with Resources from the Dougy Center An occurrence that has become way too frequent in our society is the reality of death by gunshot...
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Helping Your Grieving Children and Teens
Do you struggle with knowing how to help your grieving children or teens? Are there questions you would like to ask a professional? The upcoming grief event held by Bakken...
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