Category: Bereavement
August 30th is National Grief Awareness Day
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National Grief Awareness Day is recognized every year on August 30th. The day is an opportunity to raise awareness about grief and to create sacred space to honor loss. It is a reminder for us to recognize the emotional, physical, spiritual and social impact of loss for individuals, families, and communities, but to also recognize our own personal losses and explore ways to give voice to those experiences as well. Here are some ideas to assist with observance …Read More »
Continue Reading »Managing Grief During the Holidays
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When you are grieving the loss of a loved one, winter holidays can be the toughest and most stressful to get through. When a loved one is missing from a family gathering, it can bring feelings of grief and sadness. You may also feel guilty about enjoying your time with family which can make your grief worse. It is important to remember that there are no set “rules” when it comes to grieving during the …Read More »
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