7 TIPS FOR NAVIGATING HOLIDAY GRIEF WELL

Woman looking sadly at Christmas tree, representing holiday grief

Have you ever been startled by a loud, unpleasant noise that made you instantly turn away? That’s how holiday grief can feel. For someone who is grieving through the holidays, the sounds of the season—music, laughter, and greetings—can feel overwhelming. What sounds like joy to others may feel loud and harsh to your aching heart. The decorations, events, and festive … Read More

WHAT IS GRIEF? UNDERSTANDING GRIEF IN PRACTICAL TERMS

If you look in Webster’s dictionary, grief is defined as a deep sadness, caused especially by someone’s death. Those of us who have suffered through grief know it can feel like a deep ocean. Drowning you in the realization that you will never see a recently passed loved one again in your earthly life.  We want you to know there … Read More

UNDERSTANDING THE PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS OF GRIEF: HOW LOSS AFFECTS YOUR BODY

Grief is a natural reaction to the loss of a loved one, and we typically expect strong emotions at that point. But there are often a host of physical symptoms of grief that can significantly affect one’s well-being.  Grief can make individuals more susceptible to physical problems like insomnia and chest pain. This highlights how deeply intertwined our emotional and physical … Read More