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10 Thoughtful Ways to Honor a Death Anniversary

Discover 10 thoughtful ways to honor a death anniversary, from sending flowers and writing messages to lighting candles and sharing memories with loved ones.

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  Honoring Moms: 9 Personal Ways to Memorialize Mothers

  Explore heartfelt ways to honor and remember your mother or mother figure. From sharing stories to creating tangible tributes, discover meaningful methods to keep their legacy alive. Learn how to navigate grief and celebrate the enduring impact of the extraordinary women in your life.

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  Grief After Suicide: Finding Peace and Comfort

  Supporting families after a suicide can be challenging. Learn how mental health professionals and friends can provide compassionate support and resources during this difficult time.

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  A Phone in the Forest Helps Grieving Talk with Loved Ones

  Inspired by a similar phone in Japan, Corey Dembeck built a wind phone in an Olympia, Washington, forest so people could talk to lost loved ones in nature.

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  How ‘The Pause’ Became a Resounding Call to Honor Life

  In 2009, Jonathan Bartels was working as a trauma nurse. After a difficult death, he asked the staff for a moment of silence. That started what is now called "The Pause."

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  What Taylor Swift and The Tortured Poets Department Teach Us About Loss

  Explore the darkest corners of Taylor Swift's career with "The Tortured Poets Department," her 11th studio album. The “Eras” tour star offers a poignant reflection on coping with public and personal heartbreak, with a playlist representing the five stages of grief.

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  The Empty Seat on the Bus: Grief Over the Loss of Future Life

  For Margo Fowkes and many other parents who have lost a child, the fall ritual of “Back to School” can be a difficult time as they mourn the loss of a future life, one that their child never had.

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  How to Cope with Grief and Loneliness During the Holidays

  Learn how to cope with grief and loneliness during the winter holidays. Get practical tips and support strategies for the weeks near the holiday season.

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  Beyond the Cliff: A Trauma Expert’s Personal Story of Grief and Resilience

  Explore the impact of early loss and trauma with expert Laura van Dernoot Lipsky. Learn how grief shapes our lives and discover essential self-care strategies for those navigating trauma and mental health challenges

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  Daughter Makes Room for Other Grievers at Farm's 'Lost Table'

  Discover how Portland urban farmer Stacey Givens turned her Sideyard Farm into a healing space for those grieving the loss of loved ones through 'The Lost Table.’

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  What To Do When You Lose Your Best Friend

  Discover practical ways to cope with the grief of losing a friend, including emotional support strategies and self-care tips to help you heal.

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  Hope Edelman’s Tips for Grieving Daughters Facing Mother’s Day

  Explore Hope Edelman's insights on navigating grief from 'Motherless Daughters.' Learn how she supports women facing Mother's Day without their mom through global networks and practical advice for harnessing 'mother energy' and positive transformation.

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  Spring is the Time to Get Ashes Out of the Closet

  Learn why spring is the ideal time to scatter ashes, offering renewal, closure, and a meaningful way to honor your loved one.

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