I Am A Griever

Jessica M – The value of talking about grief

Jessica talks about living in North America and the fear many people have about talking about grief but that it is very important to talk. It makes us feel less alone and helps us move through our grief. It’s also how you can keep your lost one alive.

Kate – Stigma

Kate discusses how difficult the stigma is to deal with

The ties that bind; grieving the loss of a sibling

When my three brothers and I were growing up and the proverbial hit the fan, Mum would often say, in a bid to keep her brood calm, ‘Well, at least we are all still here.’ She reminded me of this affectionate saying only very recently. I can still recall how I felt as a child…

Lyss – Support, Family, and Friends

Lyss discusses the long process of her mother dying, miscarriages and support from family and friends

Kate – Triggers

Kate discusses how she deals with her emotions when something triggers her grief

Joyce – Beliefs

Joyce talks about her belief system after her son died

Jessica M – Legacy

Jessica explains legacy and gives examples including her own.

Kate – Time to process

Kate shares about time and processing her grief especially during COVID

Mourning a Man I Never Knew

This spring, I turned fifty-four. I have now outlived the father I never knew: my biological father. It’s been almost twenty-three years since we spoke; eighteen years since I learned of his death. I’m still dealing with the strange grief of his loss.

John – What to do now

John talks about the time after the initial period of grief

Adam – Crying and singing

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Adam talks about how crying and singing helps him cope even at the cemetary

Joyce – My Story

Joyce shares her story about the sudden death of her son in an accident and how she has coped by helping others in need