Bereavement Professionals’ Insights

Keith – “Difference between grief and mourning”

Keith explains how grief is internal and mourning is external.

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.

Jenn – What an art therapist can show us about processing grief

Jenn talks about how art can give a form to grief. It can give it shape and texture so it can be seen when it is often so invisible. It can also be messy which so like our grief experience

Amanda – “Listening”

Amanda shares the importance of listening and being comfortable with silence.

Caileigh – Wanting to fix a grieving child

Caileigh gives advice about the desire to fix, especially to parents who are grieving themselves as well as supporting children who are grieving.

Keith – “Grief at any age”

Keith discusses grief and age.

Jacqueline – Humour

Jacqueline talks about how huour has a place in grieving

Maureen – Holiday Traditions

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

Jean – Traditions and grief

Jean discusses belief systems and traditions

Coping with Guilt in Grief Playlist

Listen to the thoughts and insights of people and families living with grief.

Maureen – “Group therapy vs individual therapy”

Maureen talks about what kind of counselling may work for you.

Christian – “Overdose Death”

Christian talks about an overdose death not defining who that person was.