Grief & Loss

Grief never ends, but it changes. It's a passage, not a place to stay.
Grief is not a sign of weakness nor a lack of faith. It is the price of LOVE.

Grieving During the Holidays

The holidays can be difficult for those who have lost loved ones. With time, the sadness may become less overwhelming, but it still lingers. There is joy to be found, but those who are grieving must make a conscious effort to find it. Most find that it helps to have a holiday plan and to adjust some of the family traditions. Here are some suggestions:

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Grief and the Holidays

Grief in Times of Celebration

Grieving During the Holidays - VIDEO

Brené Brown on Empathy vs Sympathy

What is the best way to ease someone's pain and suffering? In this beautifully animated RSA Short, Dr Brené Brown reminds us that we can only create a genuine empathic connection if we are brave enough to really get in touch with our own fragilities.

WATCH HERE

Grief & Bereavement Resources For Adults

Virtual Hospice

Centre for the Grief Journey (Dr. Bill Webster)

Centre for Loss and Life Training (Dr. Alan Wolfelt)

Canadian Palliative Care Association

Ontario Palliative Care Association

Souls & Hearts: Grief Resources Wrapped in Catholic Faith

Coping With Grief 10 days of Activities

Thinking about your coping style and trying different things is essential in discovering what's helpful to you. This course will provide you with 10 activities over 10 days to help you try out various coping tools. Some activities are creative, while others are more practical - but all are accessible and easy to do from the comfort of your own home.