“Don’t die yet.”  Her eyes rolled back in her head she could hear the sirens in the distance, but she wished they were not coming. She wanted it all to be over.   “No more” she said.  “I’ll be at…
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Knowing what to say or do when someone you care about is grieving, can be tough. Often friends, family members etc, worry about appearing obtrusive and doing more harm than good with their presence. Perhaps you feel that there is…
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What do you think about when you hear the term Domestic Violence (also referred to as, intimate partner abuse, intimate partner violence, and domestic abuse)? Most people would think that Domestic Violence is the act of doing physical harm to…
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If you want to assist someone with the grief and loss of a loved one be prepared to affirm the thoughts and feelings that accompany his personal journey of grief. Genuine empathy can provide the support that a grieving individual needs in order to…
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Abuse takes many forms, some physical and others mental, yet an effect that is common to them all is a diminishment of self-esteem. Abuse is an invasion of some sort, whether it’s of the body or is verbal. We all…
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The loss of a loved one is a very painful, gut wrenching experience. While everyone goes through the pain of grief one time or another, it is foolish to assume you know how the grieving person feels. Suffice it to…
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You assist someone grieving the loss of a loved one by being kind. Tactile gestures are appreciated. Most mourners accept being hugged or having their hands gently squeezed. If the person is in shock take the necessary precautions. Sedatives are…
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I hit you because I love you! Am I the abuser in this relationship? “Don’t you know I love you, this is why I have these uncontrollable feelings of jealousy, and it enrages me to see how other people look…
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Losing a loved one, whether you are young or old can be a solace time. In most cases from past experience losing a younger family member or parent can be especially hard but there are certain mechanisms one can use…
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Emotional abuse is the dark cloud that hangs over our head without identity at times.  Emotional or Mental abuse is not seen, it is rather hard to identify and only those involved in this torrid affair can truly understand the…
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Too many people live with the regret of not having said a proper goodbye to those people they love. A friend is a part of your life, and often when someone dies, there is no chance to say a final…
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Losing a loved one. As hard as it is to watch, it is harder to experience. There is so little that anyone can do to actually help make the grief process easier,that isn’t to say you shouldn’t try. Sure there…
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On the morning of November 14, 2006, a postal carrier was walking her route in a rather old but well-kept neighborhood. It was a routine day until she arrived at a house in the middle of the block. As she…
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The death of a close loved one is something that we all face at some point in our lives. During this time a grieving person can suffer from depression, anxiety and an inability to cope. There are various ways that…
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Losing a loved one is devastating and traumatic. The pain can be so excruciating that it can catapult a person into the darkest and loneliest places of their soul. It is a time when family and friends are needed the…
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To live is to live through difficulty. I don’t think there’s a single person out there who would argue against life being hard work, even if the definition of ‘hard work’ changes from brain to brain. Most of us can…
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 Coping with the death of a loved one is difficult no matter what the age of the person. For the elderly widow or widower, it is especially lonely since in most cases they depended upon each other for daily living…
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Traditionally, there were specific actions to be taken in times of grief: black ribbons were hung, photographs covered, doorbells stilled. These actions provided an avenue of comfort and communication to family, friends, and neighbors for the bereaved. These public signs…
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In the last week, the author of this article had to stand up in front of a church full of people to speak out for their best friend who had died unexpectedly. In a state of disbelief, this is one…
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Grief. We’ve all experienced at one point or another. Whether it’s the loss of a pet, a co worker, a friend or a family member, all deserve their share of grief – and the majority of us are willing to…
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The experience of grief is a horrible thing for someone to go through, and it can be uncomfortable for the people around them, too. The burden of grief must be let go in a healthy way, so as to not…
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You’ve just gotten the bad news. The father of your kids has died, your childrens grandmother has passed, or your son’s twin didn’t survive. It’s a hard time for you, but how do you help your child grasp the concept…
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Like all formal occasions, there is a place for everyone, though at a funeral, it’s important to respect that the immediate family get precedence over everyone else. For those who have never been to a funeral, a church funeral and…
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Death whips the rug out from under the feet, leaving family stunned, numb and totally off balance. Adrenaline robs them of sleep, though they desperately want to escape into slumber land to lessen pain’s intensity. Feelings run wild like a…
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The loss of a loved one, a spouse, a sibling, a BFF (best friend forever), a partner, or a child can overwhelming and can lead to confusion and depression. The best thing that someone can do for anyone who is…
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It’s hard to believe that people are out to make money on something as personal as a eulogy. Many websites purport to be there to help you to find those words to put into a eulogy and charge you for…
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Trying to help a friend or family member who is grieving the loss of a loved one is one of the most difficult and challenging experiences a person can have. Many people feel helpless and unsure of what to do…
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If you believe that this world is the only life there is, then coping with the death of a baby, child indeed any living thing will tear out your heart. All the patronising responses of “time is a great healer;”  “everything happens…
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The thought of suicide as a cowardly act is merely a matter of opinion. In this respect, it would be “yes” and “no.” When it comes to suicide, it is a completely gray area. It is by no means black…
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Losing a loved one is never easy, and often when an elderly person loses their partner, it is incredibly difficult to go on with the rest of their days. When an elderly person loses their partner, it leaves a huge…
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