Author Archives: Katie Ryan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

What is Kara Grief Support? An Interview with Jim Mulvaney

How peer counselors use their own experiences to support those in the journey through grief

Jim Mulvaney became a Counselor Supervisor at Kara after initially volunteering as a grief counselor. Since he joined Kara’s staff in the fall of 2004, Jim has held the positions of Director of Adult Services, Director of Programs, and Director … Continue reading

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“Ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.”

--Kahlil Gibran
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“Landslide” by Fleetwood Mac

The beautiful funeral song that speaks of love, loss and moving on

If you watched the Superbowl or any Budweiser commercials lately, then I’m sure you’ve seen the touching scene where a horse finds his old friend to the sound of “Landslide” by Fleetwood Mac. While it’s one thing to find sentimental … Continue reading

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“Another Weeping Woman” by Wallace Stevens

Earnest advice for grieving, moving on and cherishing a loved one’s memory

In “Another Weeping Woman,” by Wallace Stevens, we are given earnest advice to move on and let go. While we at SevenPonds suggest you take your time with the grieving process and give you emotions as much attention as they … Continue reading

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The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

The young adult novel that takes on death, love and loss

The Fault in Our Stars is about as YA as it gets — the snarky attitudes, teen love dramas and arguments with parents all scream young adult fiction. The only thing differentiating this book from so many others is its … Continue reading

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Bardo: a Sacred Belief in Tibetan Buddhism

That in-between state separating this life and the next

While it’s a commonly known fact that Buddhism adheres to the belief in reincarnation after death, there is much to explore in the grey area between lives. In the Tibetan language, the word “bardo” literally means “intermediate state.” This belief … Continue reading

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