If a family member or friend has just lost a baby, our first instinct may be to offer words of consolation. Unfortunately, our words can sometimes fail us even when our only intention is to offer sympathy and consolation. For many of us who have not experienced a miscarriage, we may never fully understand how … Read More
When a friend or colleague loses someone dear, we strive to make our presence and comfort felt in a number of ways. A popular gesture is to send flowers and/or condolence cards. In some cultures, it’s perfectly okay to send money or food during the funeral service. More recently, however, sympathy gifts and sympathy gift … Read More
Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences anyone has to go through. The experience can be more difficult for adolescents, especially at such a transitional stage in their lives. Are they expected to act like children and bawl their feelings out? Or, should they act in a more adult-like way, in … Read More
Although grief is a universal emotion, not everyone responds to it in the same way. According to research, certain factors such as biology and socialization tend to influence these different ways of grieving. This explains partly why men and women tend to go through the experience of grieving in outwardly dissimilar ways. But how do … Read More
A memory garden is a tribute that you can create in honor of a loved one that has passed away. Typically, a memory garden will incorporate foliage, garden furniture, personal mementos, and the feel of nature — the wide open skies and fresh air, included. You can still create a memory garden even without a … Read More
A well-picked memorial jewelry item can be a unique way to remember someone you have loved and lost. It can also serve as a thoughtful sympathy token between friends or family members. From pendants and rings to bracelets and key chains, memorial jewelry choices are varied and mostly accessible. Memorial jewelry is known by various … Read More
