Bereavement Professionals’ Insights

Christian – “Grief can shape you”

Christian talks about realizing the impact grief has.

Janice – “Grief can be complicated”

Janice discusses disenfranchised grief and holding on to hurt.

Madelyn – Grieving process as a 2nd generation Canadian

Madelyn talks about being a 2nd generation Canadian, some things she has learend working in palliative care as a music therapist

Madelyn – Holding space

Madelyn explains how holding space can help anyone in grief

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.

Christian – “Grief in the opioid crisis”

Christian talks about looking for answers in great sadness.

Madelyn – Accept what you are feeling

Madelyn talks about how it’s ok to not be ok.

Craig – There is No Right Way to Grieve

Craig talks about his experience with grief and how there is no right or wrong way to grieve. He shares his thoughts on how to allow yourself to do what you need to do to heal, even if it doesn’t seem like “self-care.” This video is a reminder that everyone grieves differently and that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing.

Reflections on Mother’s Day

Mother’s day is a holiday where we show appreciation and care for the maternal roles in our lives. However, this holiday can feel very overwhelming for those of us who are grieving the death of a mother figure, a mother grieving their child, or those of us grieving the loss of not being able to become mothers ourselves.

Corrie – Grief is like a rollercoaster

Corrie talks about grief over time

Sara – My Story

Sara talks about why she became a music therapist, espression and connecting to feelings

Rev. Sky – “It gets easier”

Rev. Sky talks about time and allowing emotion.