There is a rising tide of positivity around the new year that can feel difficult for those suffering. Ambitious goals and resolutions can exacerbate discouragement or grief. An alternative approach is to focus on ways to steady and support yourself. How to Approach 2024 if Heavy-Hearted or Grief-Stricken « Psychology Today
Understanding and Managing Grief, January 14 - January 27, 2024
Understanding and Managing Grief, January 1 - January 7, 2023
Best selections from Grief Healing's Twitter stream this week:
Comedian Cariad Lloyd has spoken to hundreds of bereaved people for her award-winning series Griefcast and a new book on dealing with loss. She shares the lessons she has learned. 16 Ways to Talk to People Who Are Grieving « The Guardian
New Year Resolutions for The Bereaved
Nothing relieves and ventilates the mind like a resolution. ~ John Burroughs
A reader writes: It has been 10 weeks now since my husband died, and I’m noticing that I cannot concentrate on things like I used to. I just daydream so much about him – good things and bad. Also my memory is not so good lately which surprises me. I just write down a to-do list for myself often so that my life won’t completely fall apart. I can’t seem to decide on what to do a lot of the time, and I change my mind so much that I don’t want to promise people anything.
Understanding and Managing Grief, January 3 - January 9, 2021
Best selections from Grief Healing's Twitter stream this week:
Why processing the death of your mother is critical to your personal growth. How To Find Freedom From Grief « Essence
There are birth certificates and death certificates. But this one new piece of paper has helped families deal with their grief after the loss of a baby or child. How 'certificates of life' can help parents grieving the loss of a baby « ABC Everyday
In Grief: I Hereby Resolve
Nothing relieves and ventilates the mind like a resolution. ~ John Burroughs
A reader writes: It has been 10 weeks now since my husband died, and I’m noticing that I cannot concentrate on things like I used to. I just daydream so much about him – good things and bad. Also my memory is not so good lately which surprises me. I just write down a to-do list for myself often so that my life won’t completely fall apart. I can’t seem to decide on what to do a lot of the time, and I change my mind so much that I don’t want to promise people anything.
Understanding and Managing Grief, January 10 - January 16, 2016
Kudos for Grief Healing on Social Media This Week:
Twitter: "9 Best Twitter Feeds for Grief and Loss," http://j.mp/1PtIKd4 « Walker Funeral Home, @WalkerCares
Grief Healing Blog: "A vote for the fantastic site Grief Healing as Best Health Blog!" http://j.mp/1JVkEbn « ADEC Headquarters @ADECnews
Facebook: #FollowFriday @2healthylife @GriefHealing @ElaineMansfiel7 for being top influencers in my community this week :) « @BarbaraKarnesRN
Best selections from Grief Healing's Twitter stream this week:
Understanding and Managing Grief, January 4 - January 10, 2015
Updated today: Professional Certification Programs in Grief and Bereavement, http://j.mp/zbmbtz « Grief Healing Blog
Behind the Veil, http://j.mp/1AAZBFM « Alive in Memory
A Ceremony for Cremation, http://j.mp/1tQCamV « A Good Goodbye ~ Funeral Planning for Those Who Don't Plan to Die
Understanding and Managing Grief, December 28 - January 3, 2015
Why Doesn’t Everyone Go Through The Five Stages of Grief? http://j.mp/1AbKq8z « Seven Ponds Blog
Good questions here: Media, Death, and Caring for the Grieving, http://j.mp/1vDKFBs « Grief Perspectives
Hilary Mantel on CS Lewis’s A Grief Observed, http://j.mp/1I5QyhL « The Guardian
Caregiving and Hospice, December 29 - January 4, 2014
The Real Story Behind The Latest Hospice Controversy, http://j.mp/1g6h9im « Forbes
Bravo! Hospice Gets Trashed by the Washington Post. Our Response, http://j.mp/1hm9tvZ « Harrison's Hope
Free Copies of 'Activities 101 for the Family Caregiver,' http://j.mp/1gx1ae6 « The Caregiver Partnership
Understanding and Managing Grief, December 29 - January 4, 2014
Who are you? The Self after Loss, http://j.mp/19HN7D0 « It's OK to Die
Online resources for those who have lost pregnancies, http://j.mp/1iCRwtF « Reconceiving Loss
Friday Favorites: Grief Articles from this Week, http://j.mp/1i2IWkS « What's Your Grief?
New Year Resolutions in Caregiving and Bereavement
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'That which does not kill me makes me stronger' is not a law of the universe. What it can be, if we so choose, is a resolution.
~ Julian Baggini
Resolutions for Caregivers
In keeping with her goal “to offer encouragement, empathy, education and effective strategies to enrich your life as a caregiver,” registered nurse and caregiver Shelley Webb of Meaningful Midlife suggests Ten Caregiving Goals for The New Year. I encourage those of you in the caregiving role to visit Shelley’s helpful Web site, and take her practical suggestions to heart.
In the same spirit, I offer the following suggestions for those who are coping with the loss of a loved one:
Resolutions for the Bereaved
Understanding and Managing Grief, December 23 - December 29, 2012
Considering grief counseling? Use this check-list to see if it might be right for you, http://bit.ly/Vb2je9 by @suncoasthospice
Helpful New Year's Resolutions for Mourners, http://wp.me/p1l0Zh-cf by @griefminister01
New grief website to explore: What's Your Grief, http://j.mp/W4rS0A
Why, God? http://j.mp/12F0LzZ
Holiday Break: A Lesson from the Animals, http://j.mp/VcJeZB
















