Bereavement Professionals’ Insights

Janice – “Own our feelings”

Janice discusses the goals of emotional work and arriving at a peaceful place.

Maureen – “Milestones and anniversaries”

Maureen talks about loss and what happens over time.

Tending to My Garden of Grief

So long as I remember the lives of those I have lost, honour their presence and impact on me and celebrate their spirit, they will continue to live with me and the pain will feel bearable. It will no longer stop me in my tracks. Instead, it will encourage me and propel me forward through the transmutation of that grief into something different, something more nuanced and fluid. I’d like to share a practice for processing grief which I have found to be especially helpful.

Caileigh – Parent Capacity

Caileigh discusses parent capacity and and how to support their child through their grief is all about inspiring them and empowering them so that they can help their child.

Rev. Sky – “Youth alert”

Rev. Sky talks about youth and when it’s time to reach out for support.

Katie “Ongoing Grief”

Katie talks about the loss of her mother.

Claudia – Art and coping with grief and loss

Claudia talk about how art is especially beneficial for someone coping with grief and loss

Donna – “Grief in conversation”

Donna discusses language and talking about grief.

Amanda – “It’s a gift to love someone”

Amanda talks about grief and it’s connection to love.

Grief & Drug Poisoning Toolkit [Free Downloadable PDF]

  Navigating life, death, and loss can be overwhelming. This toolkit is designed by mental health professionals and contains information about grief, different types of grief we may experience, gentle reminders on how to move through grief, as well as tips for those who may be supporting someone in their life who is grieving. This…

Janice – “Pay attention to our feelings”

Janice discuss the importance of being aware of your feelings.

Rev. Sky – “Helping a friend”

Rev. Sky discusses the grief motto 80% listening, 20% talking and how to help someone in grief.