Holidays and Loss
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” said no one ever who was mourning the loss of a loved one. What used to be much anticipated, and looked upon …
Time to Heal over Christmas Time
Time to Heal over Christmas Time We’ve all heard the expression, “Time heals all wounds.” But time alone isn’t enough. Sadly most of us have …
A Reflection on Loss as We Enter a New Year
Let’s face it—there’s no ‘good’ time for the loss of a loved one. No good time of year—the twilight of someone’s life doesn’t watch a calendar, …
Can Grief Be a Gift?
A Widow’s Answer C.S. Lewis said, “We read to know that we are not alone.” I truly believe that this statement is correct. There is no greater …
Grief Burnout After a Cascade of Loss, Part I
Clients sometimes think that as a professional you get exempt from loss and can circumvent the grief process. Not true. There is no exemption from loss and …
Loss of a Spouse
How Women Can Move Forward Financially The loss of a spouse can be a devastating, life-changing event. Due to longer life expectancies, women are more likely …
How to Cope with Grief, Loss, and Separation During the Holidays
For many of us the holiday season starts right after Halloween through the first of the New Year. We start our holiday lists and planning for big family …