Tag Archives: Vulnerability

When Pretense Is All That’s Left

For some people who are seriously ill, keeping up appearances is more important than support
Posted on January 29, 2018 by Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds

Some time ago, a friend told me about an acquaintance whom she hadn’t seen for a long time. The acquaintance had a long history of health challenges, but as far as my friend knew, she was doing well. Then the … Continue reading →

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Sharing Grief During the Holidays

A pastor in Wisconsin held a special service to acknowledge parishioners' grief
Posted on December 23, 2016 by Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds

The holidays come with a host of expectations. Perhaps the most ubiquitous of these is the feeling that we must put a smile on our faces no matter how we feel. This “forced cheer” can be difficult for anyone under … Continue reading →

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Finding Words

Emily McDowell's Empathy Cards beautifully frame empathic connection
Posted on May 17, 2015 by Greer Barker (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Hallmark cards are there for the saccharine sweet moments in life, but how do you send a card to someone you know who is dying? Send one of Emily McDowell’s emotionally rich Empathy Cards. Being on either side of a terminal … Continue reading →

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