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Coping with Loss

Likes, Shares, and Loss: How Social Media is Changing the Way We Mourn

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Likes, Shares, and Loss: How Social Media is Changing the Way We Mourn

Discover how social media is reshaping the grieving process. Learn why more people are turning to digital support networks and memorials.

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Millennial Caregiver Looks Back on 6 Years with Mom

Discover how Jacqueline Revere, known as 'MomofMyMom,' inspired thousands on social media with her caregiving journey.
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8 Ways Pets Improve Our Lives, from Companionship to Grief Support

Discover the top 8 benefits of having a pet, from reducing stress to easing grief, and learn how to memorialize them with unique keepsakes like urns and jewelry.
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Busting Grief Myths: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Cope

Learn why we grieve, how grief affects us emotionally and physically, and what to expect after a loss, including the unique pain of losing a teen.
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Situational vs. Maturational Loss: What It Means for Your Grief

Learn the key differences between situational and maturational loss. Find helpful grief support resources.
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Lighting a Candle in Memory of Someone Who Has Died

Learn about the significance of lighting a candle to honor someone who has passed away, including religious traditions and tributes to Veterans and first responders.
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Free or Low-Cost Grief Support: Forums, Counseling & Hotlines

Explore free and low-cost grief support options, including online forums, 24/7 hotlines, and affordable counseling. Find help today.
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10 Wishes Fulfilled in Hospice

See how hospice workers grant and witness heartwarming final wishes, from reuniting patients with beloved pets to fulfilling bucket-list dreams.
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Barbara Karnes’ Self-Care Rituals for End-of-Life Workers

Hospice expert and author Barbara Karnes shares her insight about health, hospice and caregiver self-care and tips for rituals for renewal.
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What Hospice Workers Understand About Deathbed Regrets

Learn from hospice workers' insights on common deathbed regrets to inspire a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
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What Are Professional Mourners and Why Do They Exist?

Discover the ancient and modern role of professional mourners around the world, from Egypt to the U.S., and why this unique funeral tradition still exists today.
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Partner Pulling Away and Other Grief Challenges

Learn how to navigate grief when a partner pulls away, reconnect with estranged siblings, and face the first birthday or holiday after a parent's death.
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Beyond “I’m Sorry”: 21 Alternative Things to Say

Looking for the right words after a loss? These 21 thoughtful phrases go beyond “I’m sorry” to offer comfort, support, and sincerity in everyday moments.
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