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Author Archives: Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
Our Weekly Tip: Create Quote Boards for a Personalized Memorial
Say goodbye to a loved one with art pieces that capture the meaning of your relationship
Our Tip of the Week: Finding a perfect memory, saying or quote that sums up a person’s life is tough, but when you find one that works, it can be a sweet mantra that helps get you through the grieving process … Continue reading
Posted in Practical Tips
Tagged Chalk Board, Funeral Ideas, Memorial, Memorial Art Ideas, Memorial ideas, Memorial Place Card, Quote Board, Quotes, Sayings, Whiteboard
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Do All Zen Buddhists Believe in Rebirth?
A look into two theories behind Dogen teachings
One of the primary concepts behind most schools of Zen Buddhism is the idea that there is no real “self” who is born or dies. If one believes in this concept, it seems that the idea of “rebirth” doesn’t fit into … Continue reading
Posted in Cultural Perspectives
Tagged Buddhism, Buddhism and death, Death, Dogen, Gautama Buddha, India, Japan, Rebirth, Reincarnation, Soto Zen, Zen, Zen Buddhism
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“Departures” by Yōjirō Takita
This Japanese film explores the taboo of working intimately with death
In “Departures,” Yōjirō Takita points out the absurdity of a culture that holds onto rich death rituals while condemning those who perform them. The emotional, sometimes downright hilarious, movie explores why we need death traditions and shines light on a practice that … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Use the Hierarchy of Needs to Overcome Grief
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs pyramid helps you handle the basics first
Our Tip of the Week: When you’ve experienced a loss, it can be difficult to take care of yourself in the aftermath. Failing to take care of your own needs may lead to depression and loss of self-identity in the long … Continue reading
Crematorium in Amiens Combines Science with Art
An architect creates a soothing, functional space for families
When you hear the word “crematorium,” it is rarely accompanied by the word “beautiful.” Recently, however, the architectural firm Plan 01 set out to change this common perception with two unique crematoriums, the Rennes Métropole Crematorium and the Crematorium in Amiens in France. Both buildings … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Filing a Final Tax Return After a Loved One’s Death
Learn how to file final accounting paperwork
Our Tip of the Week: When a loved one dies, the last thing on your mind is taxes. However, the IRS requires a final accounting of inheritances, deductions and income in the event of someone’s death. Having this paperwork prepared ahead … Continue reading
