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Tag Archives: Grief
‘Left Behind’: A Photo Series by Jennifer Loeber
A collection of juxtaposed photos paying tribute to an artist's mother
Death isn’t an uncommon theme in artwork. This isn’t surprising, since death is something that informs much of our lives. It’s something we all must deal with and cope with — it is something we spend much of our life … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
Tagged Art, Art About Death, Beauty, Death, Grief, Grieving, Hope, Jennifer Loeber, Left Behind, photography, Soulful Expressions
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”Rookery” by Traci Brimhall
A collection of poetry that shows death in its most raw, beautiful form
Death can feel so ominous — so frightening — lurking in the corners of life with shadow cat’s eyes. I spent much of my younger life interpreting death as something terrible — something to be avoided and never talked … Continue reading
Posted in Lending Insight
Tagged Book Review, Death, Grief, Grieving, Hope, Hopeful, Lending Insight, Loss, Moving, Peace, Poetic, Poetry, Rookery, SevenPonds, Traci Brimhall
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”Mirror of the Sky” by Trevor Hall
Song about separation finds healing through remembrance
Despite Trevor Hall’s young age, his song “Mirror of the Sky” reflects an old soul. The contemplative lyrics are a dialogue between Hall and his inner self, in which the songwriter asks, “Mirror of the sky, What is on your … Continue reading
Posted in Expressive Music
Tagged Funeral, Funeral Music, Grief, Grief Music, Loss, Memorial Song, Trevor Hall
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Our Weekly Tip: Set Up A Memorial Fund to Honor Your Loved One
Charitable foundations create a lasting legacy for those who have died
Our Tip of the Week: For many people who have lost a loved one, finding a way to connect the person who has died to the future in some way is an integral part of processing grief. By keeping the … Continue reading
Met Curator Explores Her Personal Grief Through European Paintings
Andrea Bayer finds resonance in the works of the masters
Andrea Bayer is a curator in the department of European paintings at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in Chicago. About two years ago, both of her elderly parents died within the same year. On the museum’s website, she discusses and … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
Tagged Art, European Painting, Grief, Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Our Weekly Tip: Stock Up on Healthy Snacks to Maintain Energy and Focus
Having a few favorite healthy snacks on-hand increases energy and mental clarity through grief
Our Tip of the Week: When someone you love dies, and your world seems to be coming undone, the last thing most of us want to do is worry about what to make for dinner. Shopping, food preparation and the … Continue reading
Posted in Practical Tips
Tagged Balance, Diet, Eating, Food, Grief, Nourishment, Nutrition, Self-care, SevenPonds Tips
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