Even if you knew it was coming, even if they’d been sick for a while, the pain is still the same. Losing a loved one is a big hit to take whether you were expecting it or not. Coping and coming to terms with death in the family isn’t something anyone ever plans for. When it happens, we then must begin to learn how to deal with loss and grief….
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No one ever prepares us for how to accept death. Honestly, there isn’t any one right way to even try to do that. When faced with news of a terminal illness, each person has to work out their own feelings and process what to do next. If you are facing this reality, or know someone who is, here are some tips on how to navigate these very uncharted waters. It…
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When you lose someone you’ve cherished, the world can seem cold and cruel. Nothing anyone can say will make you feel better. At least, not anytime soon. Grieving the loss of a loved one is important. It’s a necessary emotional reaction that, in its own way, helps us celebrate life. However, it’s important not to lose ourselves in our grief. For if we live in a place long enough, we…
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The pandemic situation isn’t only changing the way we live our lives. It’s changing the way we handle death, too. Religions around the world have had to adapt to the ‘new normal’ while also trying to respect the deceased. Global warming is also changing things, too. It’s likely that the funerals of 2030 will be far different than the ones we attend today. What types of funerals can you expect…
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