Grief does not take a holiday and that it is "okay" to feel sadness, miss traditions, and not be filled with cheer. Your feelings are valid, and self-compassion is essential.
The process of relocating a loved one's remains may be necessary due to family relocation, consolidating burial plots, or changes in cemetery ownership.
During Thanksgiving, the directive to "be thankful" can be painful after a loss. We can find ways to reframe the holiday to allow gratitude and grief to coexist.
End-of-Life decisions while difficult, prevent uncertainty and ensure personal wishes are honored. Is is not a conversation about death, but an act of love and clarity for loved ones.
When supporting a grieving friend move beyond generic offers of help to providing specific, tangible assistance. Be present and listen without judgment while offering concrete help.