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Funeral and Sympathy Etiquette by Type of Service
We often think of funerals and memorial services as opportunities to honor our loved ones, but often these services are a time for healing and acceptance, and can prove to be a vital part of the...
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Save, Store, or Donate: Organizing What’s Left Behind After a Loss
Deciding what to keep (or sell, donate, or even just throw away) after a loss can be hard. When we are grieving, a mere “object” can carry so much emotional charge that even considering starting the...
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How We All Can Benefit from Bereavement and Compassionate Leave Policies at Work
The grieving process doesn’t respect office hours. (And let’s be honest: These days, office hours can be any time of day.) Yet in the United States, more than 60% of workplaces offer only three days...
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Burnout: What It Is, How We Can Recognize It, and 3 Ways to Come Back From It
Change is the only constant in life, but going through it isn’t always easy. Periods of transition — especially when they completely upend the daily routines we have become used to — can be stressful...
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50 Messages to Write in Mom’s Birthday Card
She bandaged your wounds, read you bedtime stories, and helped mend your broken heart more than once. She was always ready with words of praise and encouragement — and she never let you leave the...
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Sitting Shiva: What Does It Mean?
The first few days after the loss of a loved one can often be met with intense grief and disorientation. In Judaism, a traditional practice known as “sitting shiva” offers a space for family and...
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Attending Holiday Gatherings When a Loved One Is Gone
The holidays are here, and while they can be filled with revelry, joy, delight, and magic, the months of November and December can also be a tenuous, sad, and isolating stretch for people who know...
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How to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions Despite the Daunting Odds
The beginning of a new year is a great opportunity to reflect on the past and make a fresh start — whether that means eating healthier meals, getting more exercise, saving money, or quitting a bad...
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The Birthday Blues: What It Feels Like, Why We Experience It, and How to Get...
Gary spent his 48th birthday at work, hauling junk. He didn’t talk about the significance of the day with his work buddies — or anyone else, for that matter. In fact, Gary, who asked to keep his last...
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