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holiday and hardship

Holidays and Hardship: Will the Kids Be Alright?

My pretty little girls living in your snow globe-sized world, what wouldn't I give to keep you wrapped in a…
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New Perspective on Old Traditions: Grief and the Holidays

New Perspective on Old Traditions: Grief and the Holidays

Friends, the time has come. Gather up your emotional armor and summon all your strength, for it is the holiday…
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64 New Years Resolutions for Grievers

Like many, I have a love/hate relationship with New Year's resolutions. On the one hand, they can be a great…
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Remembering Loved Ones During the Holidays: 19 Practical Suggestions

There's no way around it - after someone important dies the holidays are never the same again. Traditions, events, parties,…
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grief at the holidays

A Practical Plan for Dealing with Grief During the Holidays

The main tenant of our Practical Guide for Grieving During the Holidays is the thought that one of the best ways to make…
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64 Tips for Coping with Grief at the Holidays

Once upon a time, I made this random list of 64 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Grief. In…
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Grief Activity - Memory Lantern

A Thanksgiving Grief Activity for Kids (and grown-ups)

We have tons of ideas for remembering deceased loved ones at the holidays. We have suggestions for creating a practical plan for…
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8 (Reasonable) New Year's Resolutions for Grievers

If you're considering making a New Year's resolution this year, there are quite a few you can choose that will…
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holidays after a loss

Practical Plan for Dealing with the Holidays After a Loss

One of the best ways to deal with the holidays after a loss is to plan ahead. Parts of your…
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