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Before discussing grief years later, we need to get on the same page about a few things first. Most importantly,…

"How long does grief last?" is a logical, valid, and common question. Grief, especially early on, causes distress in many…

I’m operating under the influence of fall. It’s a subtle disorientation that knocks me off kilter just enough for things…

I always wanted an imaginary friend as a child, but my mind wouldn't stretch far enough. I envied kids who…

I recently read a quote from grief researcher and theorist Kenneth Doka: "All grief becomes disenfranchised over time." I actually…

I look at grief as more of a frienemy than anything else. To be honest, it's been this way since…

Don't you guys just love taking road trips with little kids?  Without kids, who would make you stop to go…

How long does it take to fall in love? How many seconds pass before a parent loves their newborn child?…

I'm not sure when it happens, I guess for everyone, it's different. What day was it when I stopped remembering…