Coping with Loss
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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What is a Death Doula?
End-of-life doulas use education, coaching and role-modeling to bring a sense of empowerment to one’s final months, weeks and days.
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14 Symbols of Mourning: Cultural Meanings & Comfort
Explore 14 symbols of mourning across cultures, offering insight, comfort, and connection in times of grief.
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What to Write in a Sympathy Card or Condolence Letter
Learn what to write in a sympathy card or condolence letter, when to send one, and how to offer comfort after a loss. Includes short sample messages and best practices.
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Coping with Child Loss: Funeral and Grief Support
Discover practical steps for planning a funeral after the death of a child, infant, or stillbirth loss, and explore supportive resources to help with grief and honor their memory.
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Bereavement Leave: Your Rights, What to Expect & How to Ask for It
Learn how bereavement leave works, which deaths qualify, what to do if your employer doesn’t offer leave, and your legal rights in some states.
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Freezer-Friendly Sympathy Meals & Meal Train Ideas
Show your support with 18 freezer-friendly sympathy meals and creative meal train ideas. Learn how to provide comfort, when to deliver meals, and thoughtful non-cooking options.
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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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A Soundtrack for Mourning: Music’s Power in Grief
Learn how to choose the right songs for a memorial or funeral and explore how music can comfort, elevate, and give voice to the emotions of mourning.
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Doodles Help Animator Find Joy
After losing his wife, animator Gary Andrews turned to daily doodles as a form of healing. His art helped him process grief and inspired thousands on social media.
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Artist Finds Healing, Thread by Thread
After losing her mother, artist Lauren Altman used her art to make meaning of her experience with grief and loss.
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Truth: A Mother’s Gift to Her Dying Son
A mother shares her journey of love and courage as she supports her dying son in his final days, embracing honesty and connection.
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Food Writer Finds Recipe for Healing After Tragic Loss
Discover how food writer and pastry chef Lisa Ruland transformed her grief into healing through her Food + Grief project.
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