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Karyn and Aidan – Describing grief during the pandemic
Karyn and Aidan talk about how their grief has changed and the challenges they have faced grieving during a pandemic
Margaux – “Find People in Similar Situations”
Margaux talks about group therapy and writing as tools for processing grief. Margaux continues to grieve the death of her mother from breast cancer.
Grief & Ice Cream
When my wife of 18 years died in 2016, I became a single father missing the love of my life, and also had to learn how to raise two girls (13-17 at the time) on my own. I remember a conversation I had with my mother-in-law and oldest daughter that began as reminiscing over a person who became a lost love to all of us. We all talked about different aspects of my wife but shortly, it transformed into a “who meant more to her” fest.
Sam – Mental health tools and resources
Sam discusses talking care of his mental health and group therapy after losing his father, uncle and cousin
Jessica M – Continuing Bonds
Jessica talks about the values of continuing bonds and connections with people who are not here anymore. She gives some examples of things that have made her more connected to her Mom.
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.
Karyn and Aidan – Challenges with COVID restrictions
Karyn and Aidan discuss the COVID restrictions on visitations and how they managed
Jackie – Finger painting and grief
Jackie discusses how finger painting help her with her feelings while she was grieving the loss of her mother and sister
Katie – Getting stronger
Katie talks losing her mother when she was young and how the experience helped her when she lost her Dad