I don’t know what to say when asked, “How are you?” I appreciate people asking about me, and I am unsure how to respond. I don’t always want to talk about my grief …but sometimes I do. When I’m focused on doing my job, I don’t always want...
Read life story“How are you” is a general question we tend to ask quite casually. We use it as a conversation starter or simply as a way to acknowledge the other, “Hi, how are you?” When someone dies, we use that exact phrase to ask how the bereaved is. What...
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Read life storyBeing thankful and giving even as we grieve can be overwhelming. The giving season...
Read life storyEating well for grief support. Being disciplined about taking care of ourselves can be...
Read life storyWhat is meditation? Meditation for Grief can be a great way to aid in...
Read life storyExperiencing loss causes grief. It is so important to have a support system while...
Read life storyHave you ever wanted to just get away? Finding yourself stuck in grief?...
Read life storyOften after a loved one dies, there are many people who say the line...
Read life storyby Chaplain Julia Rajtar What do you tell a child after their mother or...
Read life storyHow the Bereaved Can Respond to Hurtful Words: a guide by Bakken-Young Funeral Home & Cremation Services, with advice from a...
Read life story“Aren’t you over it yet?” “Are you still crying?” “Why aren’t you crying, didn’t you love him?” “How long are you going to tell that story?” “When are you going to move on with your life?” “Haven’t you let them go yet?” These questions of...
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