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Rebuilding Daily Life – Routines, Structure, and Next Steps
Grief arrives like a storm—chaotic, disorienting, and consuming. In the early days after a loss, just getting through the next hour can...
Handling Milestones – Facing Birthdays, Holidays, and Anniversaries
There are days on the calendar that hold more than just a date. Birthdays. Anniversaries. Holidays. The day they died. The day you met....
Making Space for Joy – Allowing Light Back In
When you’re grieving, joy can feel like a foreign language—something you once spoke fluently, but now struggle to understand. You may...
Grief Isn’t Linear – Understanding Your Emotional Landscape
Grief is not a straight line. It doesn’t follow a schedule, obey logic, or arrive in tidy stages. One day, you might feel...
Letting the Dust Settle – Giving Yourself Permission to Pause
In the wake of loss, everything can feel like a blur. People show up, casseroles arrive, paperwork piles up, and questions start coming...
Embracing the Bereavement Program: How to Reach Out When You Need Support
Grief can be isolating, overwhelming, and unpredictable. In the wake of loss, even simple tasks can feel impossible, and asking for help...
The First Holiday Without Them: Navigating Grief After the Loss of a Spouse
The first holiday after the loss of a spouse is a world turned upside down. Everything feels the same, and yet, nothing is. The table may...
Holding to Faith in the Midst of Loss
Loss tests us. It shakes the ground beneath our feet, often in the most unexpected and painful ways. Whether it’s the loss of a loved...
When the Natural Order Breaks: Navigating the Grief of a Parent Burying a Child
There is a certain rhythm we expect from life. Parents raise children. Children grow old. Eventually, the child says goodbye to the...
The First 30 Days: Walking Through Grief One Day at a Time
By Rev. Dr. Brandon Neal, Board-Certified Chaplain and End-of-Life Doula When we speak of grief, it is tempting to refer to it in broad...
Coping with Grief: Practical Tips for Dealing with the Loss of a Parent
The loss of a parent is an incredibly profound and challenging experience that touches the hearts and souls of many. As a Chaplain, I...
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