When a loved one is dealing with the death of someone close to them it can be hard to watch them struggle. There are many ways to provide support during this time, but you don’t want to go about it the wrong way. Sending sympathy gifts can be intimidating because there is certain “etiquette” that … Read More
A miscarriage can be one of the hardest things that a couple ever has to endure. The excitement of having a baby vanishes in an instant and they are left to deal with the painful reality of life without their precious little one. When we know a loved one that is going through a miscarriage, … Read More
When we watch a loved one going through the grieving process it can be emotionally draining for us as well. It’s hard to watch someone we love struggle and it’s human nature to want to do whatever possible to help them through their grief obstacles. If you’re wondering what grief obstacles are, there are many. … Read More
Losing someone is never easy, especially someone very close to us or if the death is sudden and unexpected. Trying to cope with that loss can leave you struggling to understand intense emotions and feelings of emptiness. During these times, it’s important to have a sanctuary. The Importance of a Sanctuary A sanctuary is somewhere … Read More
When someone we love loses someone we obviously want to be there for them. It’s a trying and emotional time, but we often struggle with what to say and do. Sometimes we’re so fearful of saying or doing the wrong thing that we’re fearful of even mentioning the loss. Unfortunately, that’s not a good strategy … Read More
We never want to see our friends struggle, but when a friend loses someone it can be difficult to know what to do and say. You don’t want to offend the person, but the grieving process can be a difficult path to navigate. What if you say the wrong thing or do the wrong thing? … Read More
Losing someone in life is never easy. Unfortunately, the grieving process can be long and complicated and if you know a friend or family member that lost someone close to them, they may still be grieving. What can you do about that? Have you ever thought about sending a memorial gift to that person? If … Read More
When someone loses a spouse, it can be an extremely emotional and difficult time. Their person, their rock, their partner is no longer with them and that can cause intense feelings. If you know someone that has recently lost a spouse, your mind might be reeling with sympathy. It’s understandable to want to be there … Read More
Losing parents is one of the most difficult things to go through, especially when holidays come around. If this is your first Father’s Day without your dad, you might be struggling to cope with the loss. The emotions that arise during this day can be intense and feel overwhelming, but it is possible to get … Read More
When we’re are on the verge of losing something or someone, our bodies sometimes react to that fear. This is called anticipatory grief. Anticipatory grief is an extremely strong emotion, so it is important to understand what it is and how it presents itself. What is Anticipatory Grief? Defined a grief that occurs before a certain … Read More
