Category Archives: Practical Tips

Our Monthly Tip: Create a Grief Shrine or Memorial Altar

Setting up a shrine or altar to memorialize a loved one can allow for grief and healing

Our Tip of the Month For centuries, various cultures have embraced the concept of creating altars or shrines to honor loved ones who’ve died. Perhaps the most well-known are the Mexican ofrendas to celebrate Día de los Muertos. But most … Continue reading

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Our Monthly Tip: Tune in to Live Music Concerts Online to Connect and Uplift

Listening to live music concerts online can help lift the spirits of those who are isolated or grieving

Our Tip of the Month As we head into 2021, we are all grieving in one way or another. Millions are grieving the death of a loved one. And almost all of us are grieving the loss of connection with … Continue reading

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Our Annual 7 Thoughtful Holiday Gifts for Someone Who Is Grieving

Consider this list of gifts when searching for the perfect holiday present to comfort someone who is grieving

The focus during the holiday season is often on family, loved ones and celebration. But for those who are grieving, the traditional feelings of comfort and joy can seem far away. In fact, it can feel very isolating, making coping … Continue reading

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Our Monthly Tip: Make A Shared Playlist To Memorialize Your Loved One

Sharing musical favorites with a personalized playlist is a powerful way to tap into the memories that accompany them

Our Tip of the Month Music is profoundly linked to long-term personal memories. Creating a playlist that can be shared among those who are separated by miles but united by grief can be a powerful connecting force. This practice doesn’t … Continue reading

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Our Monthly Tip: Make Sand Candles For Your Outdoor Memorial Service

If you live near a body a water, these sand candles make for an intimate, creative celebration of life activity

Our Tip of the Month If you live near a body of water, making sand candles is a great group activity for a celebration of life or memorial service. Any ocean, river or lake will do, as long as there … Continue reading

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Our Monthly Tip: Create a Personal Memory Book Together as a Family

How to create a scrapbook-inspired memory book to honor your loved one

Our Tip of the Month Creating a memory book in honor of someone who has died has a few benefits. First,  creating a memory book can be a very therapeutic experience; second, a memory book can help you keep the … Continue reading

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