For many, the etiquette of sending thank you cards has been lost. When you’re mourning the loss of a loved one, getting these trivial things done can seem like a burden. Whether you choose to send thank you cards out within the first few weeks or...
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When dealing with the grief associated with the death of a loved one the last thing you want to worry about is what to wear to a funeral. Here are some quick and simple tips on what type of attire should be worn for a funeral. What to Wear to a...
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I’ve noticed that people who have been through difficult experiences seemingly know the right way to comfort a grieving friend. Death can be an especially difficult subject for many. It is difficult to know what to say or what not to say, or even...
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by Chaplain Julia Rajtar, MAPS, BCC “I need to be tough for my kids. They don’t need to see me cry,” one parent said to me about their 3 and 7-year-old children. As we began exploring this statement, it became evident that the parent...
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When it comes to planning a funeral, not many people are excited about the process. To help you wade through all the items to get done, we’ve got 4 simple tips to help you while planning a funeral. Start With Trusted Friends The first step is...
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When it comes to summarizing the life a loved one in a eulogy, the thought can be overwhelming. It can be daunting to even find out the basics of writing a eulogy. While we can’t help you with the actual delivery of your loved one’s eulogy, we...
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“I am just not ready to heal, I am stuck in my grief, I do not want to move on, I want my old life back.” These are the words of a widow who joined group therapy because she knew she couldn’t stay in her grief forever. And yet she wasn’t ready to...
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by Chaplain Julia Rajtar, MAPS, BCC A woman, living in a smaller rural community, was grocery shopping. Her husband had died only 2 weeks prior. As she was shopping, people would stop and ask her, “How are you?” Her grief so new and...
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According to Wikipedia, Valentine’s Day also called Saint Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine. It’s significance is “the celebration of love and affection.” For those who are experiencing Valentines Day as a...
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Whether you’ve lost a significant other or a spouse, Valentines Day after a loss is difficult. While it may not seem like it would be helpful to celebrate Valentines Day, it often isn’t easy to ignore all together either. The heart candy, red...
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If you’re new to the idea of preplanning a funeral, then you are not alone. For many, the concept of intentionally planning how they would like their funeral to go, is strange. The truth is that if you are wise, you will make these decisions...
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You may have heard of Marie Kondo before. She has written four books on organizing and currently has a hit show on Netflix called Tidying Up with Marie Kondo (official trailer here). Her most popular book published in 2011 is called The Life...
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