Bereavement Professionals’ Insights

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.

Adrianna – Metabolizing grief

Adrianna explains metabolizing grief and grief literacy training

Keith – “Knowing what to say”

Keith gives practical advice about helping someone in grief.

Maureen – Holiday Traditions

Maureen talks about anticipating a holiday and considering honouring a loved one

Christian – “Remembering together in a meaningful way”

Christian discusses the power of memories.

Christian – “When people say dumb things”

Christian explains how he deals with people who say dumb things.

Cara – The real issues for grieving people with intellectual disabilities

Cara provides some context for the real issue of grief in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and those supporting them, including that we consider that there’s not a lot of education or information out there about how best to support someone with an intellectual disability who is grieving.

Rev. Sky – “It gets easier”

Rev. Sky talks about time and allowing emotion.

Keith – “We need one another”

Keith talks about the importance of story, understanding our journey and how we are connected.

Claudia – What do I do when my art is finished

Claudia explains some helpful tips after your art is finished

Michele – Covid and virtual support

MIchele discuss support and how COVID has affected our grief in so many waysort

Christian – “Grief can bring new life”

Christian explains where he found hope in grief.