Walk Away the Dark

Walk Away the Dark

Do you know someone struggling with negative thoughts or depression? Are you worried they might be at risk for suicide? Be proactive. Start a conversation. Unfortunately, most of us are afraid to broach the subject. We stress about not knowing what to say. Or what not...
Permission to Vacation When Grieving

Permission to Vacation When Grieving

Summer is vacation time. Vacations are essential for good health. It’s a time to relax, refresh, and revive. But when you lose a loved one, the last thing you feel like doing is taking a vacation. When you think about taking a vacation, you might feel guilty. Like...
Will You Light a Candle to Extinguish the Darkness

Will You Light a Candle to Extinguish the Darkness

You Can Help Extinguish the Darkness – Light a Candle of Hope Suicide Prevention Awareness Week Begins Today One person dies by suicide every 40 seconds somewhere in the world. In 2018, clinical psychologist Julie Cerel conducted a study. She showed that 135 people...
3 Ways Boxing Day Can Inspire Healing from Grief

3 Ways Boxing Day Can Inspire Healing from Grief

Boxing Day is the day after Christmas, and is known in some commonwealth countries—in modern times—as being comparable to Black Friday in the United States. In the past, however, it was known as the day when people would gather food, money, and gifts to give to...
How to Have Holiday Joy in the Midst of Grief

How to Have Holiday Joy in the Midst of Grief

The holidays bring a host of expectations—socializing, honoring traditions, thoughtful gift giving, and creating treasured memories. These unwritten rules can be overwhelming, but when you’re grieving, they can seem even more so. Read on to learn my tips on how to...