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When a Spouse Dies…
Losing a spouse is an indescribable experience that leaves an everlasting mark on the hearts and souls of those who go through it. The journey through grief is a tumultuous

Time to Throw Away the 5 Stages of Grief
The five stages of grief, first introduced by psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross in her book “On Death and Dying” in 1969, have become a widely accepted framework for understanding how people

What is Disenfranchised Grief?
Grief is an emotion that is usually associated with the loss of a loved one or a major life change. However, not all forms of grief are recognized or acknowledged

Dealing with STUG Moments
Grief is a natural and inevitable part of life, and everyone experiences it at some point. However, the way we deal with grief can vary widely, and some people may

Tips for Speaking to Children about Death
Losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience, especially for children. As a parent or caregiver, it can be challenging to know how to talk to children about death.

6 Things to Consider When Planning a Celebration of Life
Losing a loved one is never easy, but celebrating their life can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and find closure. A celebration of life can take many

9 Reasons to Have a Will
As you get older and start to accumulate assets, it becomes increasingly important to have a will. However, even young adults should have a will. A will is a legal
“Tasks” of Grief
Grief is a difficult and complex emotion that can be hard to navigate. Worden’s Grief Tasks are a helpful tool in understanding and dealing with the grieving process. Worden’s Grief

Feeling Exhausted After a Loss
One thing about grief is that grief is exhausting. Clients often come in saying they can barely survive the day, let alone make plans for moving forward. Those with children

Surviving the Holidays
For some, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. For others, Christmas is the most horrible time of the year. Both perspectives are equally valid. Christmas is often

Supporting a Bereaved Friend
It can be really uncomfortable sitting with someone who is grieving. They are crying so hard and seem super angry with everything, including you. It can make you feel like

Your First Time to Grief Counselling
Going to grief counselling for the first time can be intimidating. Old stereotypes and stigmas still float around. What is people think I’m crazy? As a grief counsellor, I’d like
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