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The Grass Isn’t Growing….


Gardens are often used as metaphors for grief and there are many parallels. Gardening can help us work through the grief and loss in our lives. We can learn to take care of ourselves as we take care of our gardens. We notice the changes, the individual nature of the plants, the life cycle and the hope for growth and abundance.  Today let’s use the grass on our lawns as an analogy.  
 
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June 10 2016

Categories: Grief and Loss Diane Snyder-Cowan 


Sibling Grief


Sibling relationships are like no other. There is a commonality that does not exist in other relationships. When a sibling dies, the loss can be overpowering. Siblings are often thought of as the “forgotten mourners.” Friends, neighbors, and other family members offer comfort and support to mom and dad, but often neglect siblings, disenfranchising their grief. 
 
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May 21 2016

Categories: Grief and Loss Diane Snyder-Cowan 


Your Grief Survival Kit


​After the death of a loved one, our initial concern may be, "How will I survive?  How will I make it without my loved one?"  Your whole world changes, nothing is the same and things just don't seem to fit. It's as if your coping and stress management skills vanish or just don't work anymore. You're now in the "grieving zone." It is an unfamiliar and uncomfortable place to be. 
 
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May 18 2016

Categories: Grief and Loss About Grief Tensie Holland LSW, CT 


From the Editor: Thank You Thelma


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I would like to take a moment to share some news about our assistant editor Thelma J. Morris.  After 13 years of volunteering in this capacity, this issue of About Grief will be her final one.  
 
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May 18 2016

Categories: Grief and Loss Volunteers About Grief 


Dating After a Loss


​"Do I want to find a new romantic relationship after the death of my partner? When do I know the time is right?" There are no right or wrong answers – the answers are different for everyone. The following suggestions are helpful if you are thinking of dating, or have decided that dating is right for you.  
 
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May 18 2016

Categories: Grief and Loss About Grief 

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