Death of A Loved One

Bryan – Trauma

Bryan discusses trauma anxiety, support and the loss of his father to gun violence

Zoreena – Support systems

Zoreena explains the importance of support systems

Jane – Connection, place, and grief

Jane talks about the difference between living alone in Toronto while grieving during the pandemic compared to her experience once she moved closer to her family in Northumberland.

Kim – Self care

Kim talks about looking after yourself and how much it helps. In particular be kind to yourself

Joyce – Using my grief experience to help people

Joyce talks about the positive experiences she has in helping other people in grief

Sam – Depression

Sam who lost his father, uncle and cousin talks about depression and being self aware

Kate – My art and my brother

Kate talks about being an artist and expression through art can remind her of her brothers encouragement

Amber – Talking about death

Amber explains why it’s so important to talk about grief and her kids

Weaving the Tapestry of Love

Learning to become a better person is a wonderful consequence of being in a loving relationship with someone; you’re present in ways that help them grow into their best self. It’s an organic process you flow with on a journey we map out with intention, though in reality, it remains unknowable. That is why a…

Craig – My Cumulative Grief

Craig shares his story of experiencing a series of significant losses over the course of two years. He talks about the shock, grief, and uncertainty he felt during this time, and how he coped with the accumulation of loss.Craig’s story is a reminder that grief is a normal and natural response to loss, but it can be overwhelming when it comes in waves. If you are experiencing grief, it is important to reach out for support from friends, family, or a therapist. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and everyone experiences it differently. The important thing is to be patient with yourself and to allow yourself to feel your emotions.

Betsy – Anticipation

Betsy discusses the anticipation of her adopted son dying of cancer and now or her aging parents

Doug M – “Coming to Terms with Sibling Death”

Doug talks about the loss of his brother when he was young and how it effected his fear of loss and separation of his own children. Doug continues to grieve the death of his first wife.