February 1 2016
Monday, February 1, 2016
When a loved one is nearing the end of their life and you know it, anticipating losing them carries its own unique set of experiences. You may go through a range of emotions and fears – anxiety, sadness over the loss of the future, fear of the actual death, to name a few. You may also have the opportunity say goodbye and make the most of your remaining time together. This time may or may not affect how you grieve once they’ve died. It’s important to find safe places to get support, share about your experiences and quiet your mind. That is what I offer through Grief Companioning – Letting Go.
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June 10 2019
This week we continue with the theme, Grief. Companions Come in Many Forms.” I share with you now, Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D.’s 11 Tenets of Companioning the Bereaved:
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May 20 2019
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May 13 2019
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May 6 2019
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April 29 2019
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April 22 2019
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April 15 2019
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April 8 2019
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