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“Hello, Goodbye: 75 Rituals for Times of Loss, Celebration, and Change” by Day Schildkret:
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Seventeen Quotes About Aging:
A few words on appreciating the beauty of life through the prism of aging -
Groundbreaking Study on the Risks of Formaldehyde Released:
Study calls into question the long-standing use of formaldehyde in the funeral industry
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Category Archives: Professional Advice
What is a Balloon Release? An Interview with Reverend Lucinda Martin
In part one of a two-part interview, Reverend Lucinda Martin of Graceful Mournings describes what inspired her to become a celebrant, what a balloon release entails from the eyes of a celebrant and how meaningfully planned ceremonies can help in the grief and healing processes
Today SevenPonds speaks with Reverend Lucinda Martin, founder of the Association of Interfaith Ministers, Vows and Kisses and Graceful Mournings. Based in Northern California, Reverend Lucinda Martin became an Ordained Interfaith Minister through One Spirit Seminary in New York, New … Continue reading
How Do You Cope with Complicated Grief? An Interview with Daniel Clifford
Counselor Daniel Clifford talks about what complicated grief is and how yoga helps his clients heal
SevenPonds speaks with marriage and family therapist Daniel Clifford. Through his work as a counselor and yoga instructor, Daniel has expertise in coping with complicated grief mentally and physically. He began his work as a counselor in 2010 and has … Continue reading
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Tagged Bereavement, Complicated Grief, Daniel Clifford, Family Counseling, Grief, Grief Counseling, Interview, Therapy, Yoga, Yoga Therapy
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What Do Trees and Hospice Centers Have in Common? An Interview with David Anthony Hall
Photographer David Anthony Hall reflects on his work's unique relationship with hospice centers -- as it turns out, we can learn a lot about death from a woodland outing
SevenPonds speaks with the Dublin-born, UK-based photographer David Anthony Hall. David’s work inspires its viewer to reflect upon his or her relationship with the natural world, and his sprawling photographs of woodlands have been recognized worldwide. But amongst his proudest … Continue reading
How Can a Care Manager Improve Quality of Life for Seniors? An Interview with Janet Brush
Janet Brush talks about how care managers can work with clients, family and friends to craft individualized care plans to increase the quality of life for seniors
Today, SevenPonds speaks with Janet Brush, who is the founder and managing director of Senior Alternatives — a company that is focused on providing comprehensive senior care to residents in the Bay Area. Janet has extensive experience in the field … Continue reading
How Does Hospice Improve Quality of Life? An Interview with Sheena Boyd
Sheena Boyd illuminates how hospice services can improve the quality of life for clients with terminal diagnoses
Today SevenPonds speaks with Sheena Boyd, a former UK hospice worker at St. John’s Hospice in central London. Boyd has had 10 years of hospice experience as a day services manager, where she would help clients maintain a quality of … Continue reading
What is Natural Burial? An Interview with Ed Bixby
Ed Bixby of Steelmantown Cemetery talks about what sparked his interest in natural burial and the specifics of natural burials and its differences from traditional burials
Today SevenPonds speaks with Ed Bixby, owner and operator since 2007 of Steelmantown Cemetery Green Burial Preserve in New Jersey. He is also the Vice-President of Green Burial Council International. Steelmantown Cemetery Green Burial Preserve is the only cemetery in … Continue reading