Grief is a natural reaction to loss and something that almost everyone must deal with at some time. It is usually referred to in the context of the death of a loved one, but we can also grieve the end of a relationship, loss of a friendship, career, or even tangible assets. For most people …
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It is well publicised in the media that costs are increasing and many people in the UK are struggling to afford to pay their bills and put food on the table. Termed the cost-of-living crisis, there is also a crisis in the cost of dying. As the average price of a funeral in the UK …
Each of us will experience grief differently, it may take the form of anger, sadness, resentment, emptiness, loneliness, and other emotions at different times throughout the grief journey. The emotions felt can be powerful and overwhelming, and finding a way to work through them, ride the rollercoaster, and reach acceptance is extremely important. In some …
My interest in psychology has led me to study the connection between mood and colour. Colour psychology, for example, studies the effects of colours on human behaviours and emotions. One of the better-known examples of this is from the work of Carl Jung, who was a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in the early 20th century. …
Grief is a state that is unique to every individual. How we deal with our grief and move on with our life is different for everyone. Depending on the relationship with the deceased, and the stage of life you are in, you may be wondering about moving forward. A person that has found themselves widowed …
Grief if a complex state, that is often associated with death, but is also sometimes referred to in other scenarios such as grieving the end of a relationship or the loss of a job. How each individual copes with their grief is a unique journey. The stages of grief are broadly the same, however, individual …
Good grief sounds like a contradiction – of two contrasting ideas that don’t seem to fit together. But you’d be wrong to think that. Death and grief are taboo subjects but authentic ones nonetheless, and we all must face them at some stage in our lives. So, why not ensure they are “good” experiences? By …
Here in the UK, we have said goodbye to Winter and spring is upon us, bringing with it longer days, the hope of better weather and for many a renewed vigour. However, is this the case for those that are grieving? Does spring signal the end of a darker period of mourning or can the …
Following the death of a loved one it is usually necessary for family and friends to sort through belongings and close traditional accounts. However, in the modern era with computers, mobile phones, and social media it is necessary to think about the deceased’s digital legacy as well as physical assets. With an increased focus on …
When a loved one dies, in addition to the grief and sadness that you may be feeling, there are many practicalities that need to be dealt with. One of these is organising a funeral. Most funerals are arranged with a funeral director that will guide you to ensure that all the elements are taken care …
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