Losing someone close to us is never easy. First, comes the initial shock and disbelief. We struggle to believe that our loved one is really gone. However, when that reality really sets in, the overwhelming surge of emotions can be truly devastating. We feel lost and hopeless and keep asking ourselves why. Why did they leave … Read More
After someone passes away, their loved ones are struck with grief. During this emotional and trying time, it’s only natural to want to offer support and comfort to a grieving friend. One way to do that is by sending sympathy flowers. However, there is a right way and a wrong way to do that. This … Read More
If you know someone that has recently lost a loved one, you might be wracking your brain for ways to help them. Sending a condolence note or sympathy gift is one way to let them know you are thinking of them, but those might only offer fleeting comfort. By gifting a memorial tree, you can … Read More
When we lose someone it can be a very emotional and trying time. A staple in our life vanishes and we’re left to deal with the ramifications of that. We feel waves of emotion washing over and sometimes it can feel like we’re being suffocated by those intense feelings. Those internal feelings that we experience when losing someone are called grief. … Read More
When a child is mourning the loss of someone they love there are a few ways that you can help them. The first is to be there for them and encourage them to be open and honest about their feelings. Another way to provide comfort and support is through sympathy gifts for kids. But how … Read More
When someone you love passes away, it’s customary to hold a memorial service. This not only serves as a way to honor the deceased and celebrate their life, but it also gives those close to them a chance to say goodbye. However, planning a meaningful memorial is no easy task. Where do you start? What … Read More
Do you have a sibling that lost someone close to them and is struggling through a hard time? If so, providing comfort and support to your grieving sibling might be one of your top priorities. But how do you best do that? Aside from being there and listening as they express their feelings, sending a … Read More
Losing a loved one can be a very emotional and disheartening time. Often women are told to “suck it up” or expected to push through the pain and act like everything is normal, but that is not always the case. Sometimes you need a little help, whether it be from friends and family, or strangers … Read More
When someone you love passes away the pain can be immense. Even after working through the grieving process it can still feel like there is a hole in your heart. Sometimes, the best way to accept a loss is to truly acknowledge it and honor the person that has passed. Losing someone is hard. Whether … Read More
The grief and bereavement process can be very complex and convoluted. Complicated feelings and emotions arise when someone loses a loved one and it’s understandable that questions arise. What is grief? How long will my grief last? How can I help a grieving friend or family member? Will bereavement counseling help me process grief? These … Read More
