Tag Archives: Healing

The Labyrinthine Path through Grief

Artist Motoi Yamamoto's installations are exercises to aid his healing.
Posted on January 22, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Japanese installation artist Motoi Yamamoto was born in Onomichi, Hiroshima, and worked in a dockyard before studying at Kanazawa College of Art. He now lives in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan. After his sister’s death to brain cancer over a decade ago, … Continue reading →

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Grief, Loss, and Bereavement in Children

Comfort Zone Bereavement Camps offer a healing space for grieving kids
Posted on January 4, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Often, funerals or memorial services offer adults the opportunity to remember loved ones and to say goodbye, but they do not do the same for children, who are less able to connect with people at these services or to understand … Continue reading →

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Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep

The Healing Power of Photography
Posted on December 18, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Learn more from our interview with NILMDTS co-founder Sandy Puc’.

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Holiday Sugar Cookies

Healing Through a Familiar Tradition
Posted on December 14, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

So many of us have memories of making holiday cookies with family throughout our lives. At any point, it is a soothing ritual, an activity that signifies togetherness and family bonding — and, of course, the comfort of that delicious … Continue reading →

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How to Deal with the Loss of a Child? An Interview with Sandy Puc’

The president and co-founder of Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep on the healing power of photography
Posted on December 3, 2011 by Liz Matsushita (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In 2005, photographer Sandy Puc’ co-founded the Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep Foundation (NILMDTS) with Cheryl Haggard. NILMDTS administers a network of thousands of volunteer photographers around the world who conduct free hospital and hospice portrait sessions of … Continue reading →

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How to Help Someone Who is Grieving

SevenPonds suggests three tips to keep in mind
Posted on November 30, 2011 by Liz Matsushita (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Experiencing a loss can profoundly affect a person, emotionally, mentally, and physically. If a family member or close friend has recently lost someone, it’s easy to feel helpless, and you may be uncertain how you should act around them. While … Continue reading →

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