Self-Care is Essential

Oct 30, 2022 ... Cooper and I settled in his library to talk. I told him that in the immediate aftermath of my husband's death, I felt repelled by the literature ... Jul 11, 2023 ... As a person who works in the world of grief, I am sometimes asked, “what can I say to this grieving person after their child died? Jul 26, 2024 ... Encourage those who are grieving to seek support from friends, family, or professionals if they need it. What are some ways to memorialize a ... When a good friend or close family member has a terminal illness, the topic of death might come up, and that's OK. Make sure you follow the person with the ... Nov 17, 2022 ... (tell what customs are important to you at the time of death). In our family when someone is dying, we prefer . . . (describe what you hope ... Be empathetic and be honest with children of all ages, but make sure to be especially clear with young children and do not include euphemisms. Saying something ... Feb 5, 2024 ... It's far better to just listen to your loved one or simply admit: “I'm not sure what to say, but I want you to know I care.” Be willing to sit ... May 16, 2024 ... “While you may feel this way, any phrase that brings attention to the death can produce more grief and sadness. You want your words to do the ... Apr 11, 2023 ... One in five (20%) adults say a family member has been injured by a gun, and 19% say a family member has been killed by a gun, including death by ... ... death certificate on file and tell me what information is on there? ... If you do not have acceptable ID, an immediate family member with sufficient ID may also ...