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Sometimes, the Best Closure Involves Leaving the Door Open January 25, 2017 . 8 Comments
I recently worked with someone who had his heart crushed by an individual who led him on for months, asked for his help with various tasks, accepted an invitation to go on an official date, ... Read More
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Conversation About a Cat: Bereavement Work with a First Loss January 18, 2017 . 8 Comments
Sometimes the most valuable part of the training and experience of a therapist is that it helps you to hold your tongue. Mark came in one evening for his regular session. I could see he’d ... Read More
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Life After 2016: Grieving Our Living Losses Amid Change January 9, 2017 . 7 Comments
As 2016 fades behind us, many wonder what the months ahead will bring. Depending on whom you ask and where you look, there is hope, anticipation, and perhaps concern as we attempt to shape ... Read More
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Facing the Holidays Amid Grief, Sorrow, and the Pain of Loss December 23, 2016 . 16 Comments
During this “season of giving,” how do we deal with the grief, sorrow, and pain of loss? The demands of the holiday season can often result in increased stress levels for people who ... Read More
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The Least Wonderful Time of the Year? December 16, 2016 . 16 Comments
While the holidays can be a source of joy and merriment for some, for others the season is a time of stress, sadness, and irritation. I reached out to friends and colleagues to get a better ... Read More
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How to Help Children Grieve the Death of a Parent December 12, 2016 . 22 Comments
From the time children are born, they count on their parents to provide a sense of safety as they learn about the complex world around them. When a parent dies, it may create intense emotional ... Read More
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Getting Through the Holidays After a Traumatic Loss December 1, 2016 . 18 Comments
My older brother and sister-in-law were killed unexpectedly and tragically earlier this year. As one can imagine, the family has been devastated. They were an integral part of our family ... Read More
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Exercise Is Effective Against Depression, and Other News November 18, 2016 . 3 Comments
A trio of new studies suggests exercise may effectively prevent and treat depression. Previous research has pointed to the various benefits of exercise for depression, but many of the studies ... Read More
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Remaining Present Through Both Joy and Sorrow October 21, 2016 . 17 Comments
“In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s there are few.” ―Shunryu Suzuki To view life with a beginner’s mind is to look at the world through ... Read More
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The Reminders We Receive in Times of Death October 18, 2016 . 11 Comments
At the risk of being morbid, I’ve chosen to write about death—or, more accurately, about some of the things we commonly think about when someone dies. We often struggle to find meaning ... Read More
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Study Reevaluates Factors of Resilience After Spouse Death October 5, 2016 . 4 Comments
The death of a partner can be damaging to the mental and physical health of the survivor. Though previous research shows about 60% of people who lose a spouse have enough resilience to ... Read More
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Conquering the Pain: Therapy and Childhood Trauma Survival September 5, 2016 . 7 Comments
Editor’s Note: This article contains description of childhood abuse, which may be triggering for some readers. I was careful as I opened the back door and peeked into the house. ... Read More