Tag Archives: Grief Loss and Bereavement

Art by Grieving Children

The Rays of Hope center uses art to help children grieving after the loss of a loved one

The Rays of Hope Children’s Grief Centre in Texas helps children grieving after the loss of a loved one, experiencing divorce, or coping with an incarcerated parent. The counselors at the Rays of Hope are aware that sometimes these traumas … Continue reading

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What is degriefing? An Interview with Lyn Prashant

The degriefing specialist focuses on healing not only the mind but the body during times of loss.

Dr. Lyn Prashant is a certified grief counselor with over 24 years’ experience in the field. Her training in bereavement counseling and her knowledge of somatic health care practices (she is a certified yoga instructor, massage therapist and physical education … Continue reading

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Healing After Loss, by Martha W. Hickman

Sorting your way through grief a little at a time, day by day

As we approach the holidays, it can be both a joyful and a sorrowful time for those who have lost loved ones.  For a season that cherishes time spent with friends and family, it can be also be a harsh … Continue reading

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Taking a Look at the Traditional Irish Wake

How the beginnings of one tradition led to another

Many might be surprised to learn that evidence exists linking the traditional Irish wake, rooted in Catholic practices, to an ancient Jewish tradition, in which mourners left the burial chamber of a recently departed loved one open for three days … Continue reading

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Erwin Olaf: Grief

Stylish fine art photography images give new expression to grief, loss, and longing

Erwin Olaf: Grief Photographer and filmmaker Erwin Olaf is known in the art world for his flawless style, a combination of art, fashion, and care that portrays the deepest emotions with the simplest images. In his 2007 collection, Grief, Olaf … Continue reading

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Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake by Anna Quindlen

A bestselling memoir that explores aging and the lessons we learn along the way

Let’s put it simply: I’m still young.  I have no concept of what it means to age.  I do know, though, that it can’t be that bad if more and more positive reports keep popping up on the bestseller list.  … Continue reading

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