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Karyn and Aidan – Planning a celebration of life during COVID

Karyn and Aidan discuss creating a celebrating of life during the pandemic

Sarah K – Grieving during a pandemic

Sarah discusses how the pandemic has pulled back the curtain on grief

Janice – “It’s never too late to grieve”

Janice talks about the importance of noticing feelings.

John – Dating again

John talks about being asked by his daughters if he would ever date again

Maureen – “Grief is a messy non-linear place”

Maureen explains how you wind your way through grief and that is normal.

Keith – “We need one another”

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

Doug M – “Writing a Letter”

Doug explains how writing was very profound and helpful in processing his grief. Doug continues to grieve the death of his first wife.

Keith – “My story”

Keith tells his story and why he became a counsellor.

Donna – “Helping a grieving friend”

Donna shares some practical ways to help someone in grief.

Jim – Significant incidents

Jim discusses being involved in a significant incident and how it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and ruminate over it. You may even start to drink or use drugs to cope. But it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many police officers have been through similar experiences. And there are resources available to help you get through this.One of the best things you can do is talk to a trusted friend or colleague. They can offer support and understanding. You can also seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. They can help you to process your experience and develop healthy coping mechanisms. It’s also important to remember that you can’t change the past. But you can learn from it. And you can move on. Don’t let one incident define you. You are a strong and capable person. And you will get through this.

Janice – “Practical tools”

Janice reveals some practical methods to help with grief.

Doug M – “Helping Children Cope with Sibling Death”

Doug talks about shock and the importance of making sure children get help. Doug continues to grieve the death of his first wife.