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Birthdays are undeniably challenging during times of grief. We often feel as if we are back at the beginning. As the month of their birthday approaches, we prepare ourselves emotionally. It's a day filled with thoughts of the future they won't be here to experience. For Gage's 18th birthday, the first without him, I placed balloons on his memorial stone. I invited everyone to visit, wish him a happy birthday, and write a message on a balloon. Family and friends could choose t

In the initial days after my son's passing, I found little to rely on. I clung to what I knew about grief, which wasn't much, leaving me...

Let go of the traditional concept of New Year’s resolutions that often come with a sense of obligation and pressure to achieve unattainable

Every year on the second Sunday in December, The Compassionate Friends invites everyone to light a candle in support of families that...

Losing a loved one is undoubtedly one of the most challenging experiences a person can go through. The grieving process can be isolating...

Dealing with grief is never easy, but it is essential to take care of yourself during this challenging time. Embrace Grief and Self is a...