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Different Gift Ideas for someone who is grieving
In the past, it has been very common to gift a loved one who is grieving a bouquet of flowers and a card to show their sympathy. The more we learn about grief and loss the more we understand that our loved ones need more than sympathy, they need support. There are...
Questions we Ask Ourselves After Losing a Loved One
To deal with the death of a loved one is always going to be difficult, and you might find that you ask yourself a lot of questions that you may not have the answers to as you grieve. Some of these questions might include “why has this happened?” or, “how am I supposed...
Different Types of Funerals in Australia
There will be a number of factors you may have to consider when deciding upon the type of funeral for your loved one, including religious beliefs, culture, location, cost, as well as any personal requests they or their family may have had before their passing....
What if your family or friends disagree with your decision to be cremated?
Have you recently decided that you’d like to be cremated rather than buried when the time comes? This is a pretty big decision to make, and it can be difficult to bring up with family members. There is a chance that your friends or family may not agree with your...
Preparing Yourself and your Family for the Death of a Loved One
Death is never easy to deal with, however having yourself and your family prepared for it can alleviate some of the stress and uncertainty that usually comes along with it. Death, whether from old age or illness, can often be expected. Having the right conversations...
What to Say at a Funeral
Whether you’re speaking to a loved one before or after a funeral service, or preparing a eulogy, it can be difficult to know what to say. People often find themselves worrying that in an attempt to help calm a grieving friend or family member, they may accidentally...
How to cope with grief over the holiday period
The holiday season is already a pretty stressful time for just about everyone, and it can make dealing with grief a lot more difficult. If this is your or a friend's first festive season without a loved one in your life, you may not know how to cope. While coping with...
What to wear to a Funeral
What to wear to a funeral service Not knowing what to wear to a funeral service can add further strain and apprehension to an already difficult day, especially if you haven't received any instructions beforehand. We created this article and tips from our experiences...
How to help a grieving friend
Having the love and support of friends and family through a period of grief is very important. Grief can be incredibly overwhelming and isolating, but there are many simple ways you can show compassion and care to your friends through their time of need. Do: Check in...
Talking to children about the loss of a loved one
Talking to your children about death can be very tricky, but it’s important to take the time to properly explain to them what has happened in a way they understand. Here are some tips that could help you with this difficult conversation. Use Simple and Clear Words...
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