When Grief Goes From Just Plain Miserable to Problematic

Addressing the question of what's "normal" or "expected" in grief is part and parcel of working in the field of grief and bereavement. Nevertheless,…
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Nighttime Rumination in Grief

Some nights feel like an abyss.  It starts small, with a thought, memory, or worry that cracks the ground beneath…
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Grief at Thanksgiving: Gratitude with a Grain of Salt

I'll go ahead and acknowledge the giant turkey in the room, Thanksgiving can be the pits for people who are…
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Everyday Changes: Fall Challenge Round Up

In late September, we challenged our readers to photo-document the everyday changes they experienced throughout the fall season. This prompt…
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Everyone Needs a Prayer

Everyone Needs a Prayer

  • Emotion
  • Eleanor Haley
Those of you who follow WYG know that for the last few weeks we have been publishing guest posts from…
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Dog Day In Heaven

by Beth White If I could kiss Heaven I would. I would attach my wings and fly high in the…
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Everyday Changes: The Jewish New Year

by Chagit Deitz  The Jewish holiday is here. A new year for us. 2 years without you. Have a beautiful…
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“Her absence is like the sky, spread over everything." - CS Lewis

After 12 Years, My Mother is Still Everywhere

My mother died twelve years ago on October 23rd and, though my actual memories of the days and weeks that…
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Feelings of Fear and Vulnerability in Grief

We've written in the past about the 'grief lens' and how it can impact one's overall outlook on themselves, others,…
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