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“Making Mobiles” by Karolina Merska:
An artist’s manual on how to create beautiful Polish pajaki -
“Hands Up to the Sky” by Michael Franti & Spearhead:
A surprisingly upbeat song about acknowledging both loss and the beauty of life -
Coping With Election Grief:
While half of Americans are celebrating, the other half are in mourning
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Tag Archives: Therapy
Tune In: Could Psychedelics ‘Break Down’ Depression?
Doctors at London's Imperial College are exploring the potential of LSD and other psychedelics to heal depression and potentially save lives
In the wake of the 1960s, the US government cracked down on its message to the public regarding the use of psychedelics. They hoped to create an image of it as a damaging, dangerous drug. On one hand, their concerns … Continue reading
Lucky Me: My Life with — and Without — My Mom, Shirley MacLaine by Sachi Parker
Shirley MacLaine's only daughter reflects on a family life of eccentricity, disconnect and loss
The title of Sachi Parker’s autobiography, Lucky Me: My Life with – and Without – My Mom, Shirley MacLaine is imbued with a tone just as sharp and double-sided as the author’s relationship with her parents. Being the only daughter of … Continue reading
Posted in Lending Insight
Tagged Hollywood, Loss of a Parent, Sachi Parker, Sachi Parker book, Sachi Parker mom, Sachi Parker Shirley MacLaine, Shirley MacLaine, Shirley MacLaine biography, Shirley MacLaine daughter, Stages of Grief, Steve Parker, Steve Parker and Shirley MacLaine, Therapy
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Our Weekly Tip: Guided Imagery Grief Healing
Guided imagery can be a useful tool for those in the stages of grief
Our Tip of The Week: One of the most important aspects of the grieving process includes not only evaluating our relationships with those who will help us heal, but the relationship we have with ourselves. Sometimes it can be more … Continue reading
Posted in Practical Tips
Tagged Death, Grief, Guided Imagery, Leslie DavenPort, meditation, Stages of Grief, Therapy
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How Does Aromatherapy Help Those With a Terminal Illness? An Interview with Marika Fleri of Aroma Treasures
Marika Fleri enlightens us on the benefits of aromatherapy and essential oils during periods of death, loss and grief
Today, SevenPonds speaks with Marika Fleri of Aroma Treasures. With 11 years of experience in the field of aromatherapy, Marika is devoted to her practice in Malta. She received ITEC diplomas in both Anatomy Physiology and Aromatherapy, and is currently … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Advice
Tagged Aroma Treasures, Aromatherapy, Malta, Marika Fleri, Therapy, therapy after death
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What is Elder Therapeutic Care Management? An interview with Kira Reginato
Kira Reginato discusses a holistic approach to end of life counseling
Today, SevenPonds speaks with Kira Reginato, a care manager from Creative Counseling. With over 15 years of experience in eldercare management, Kira has directed her own firm, Living Ideas for Elders, and has worked with older adults and their families … Continue reading
What is Integrative Psychological & Assessment Services? An Interview with Christina Zampitella, FT
How a San Diego practice provides personalized, comprehensive psychotherapy to aid the grieving process
Today, SevenPonds speaks with psychologist and professor Christina Zampitella, FT, of Integrative Psychological & Assessment Services (IPAS). Christina is based in San Diego, but travels the US as a professional speaker on the subject of therapy, particularly as a tool … Continue reading