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Healing Your Grief About Getting Older
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “Wish not so much to live long, but to live well.” — Benjamin Franklin A simple truth is that
Helping Yourself Heal When Your Spouse Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Few events in life are as painful as the death of your spouse. You may be uncertain you will survive
Mustering the Courage to Mourn
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “Whatever you do, you need courage.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Loss brings uninvited pain into our lives. In opening to
The affordability of cremation: How to save money on funeral expenses
Losing a loved one is never easy, and planning a funeral can be a stressful and emotional experience. One of the most significant concerns for
Creative and unique ways to honor your loved one’s memory
Losing a loved one is never easy. It’s a difficult and emotional time that can leave us feeling lost, alone, and unsure of what to
What’s Your Love Language
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Identifying and Asking for the Most Effective Grief Support for You When it comes to our mourning and how others
Helping a Friend or Family Member After a Cancer Diagnosis
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. While half of all men and one-third of all women in the United States will develop cancer during their lifetimes,
Helping Teenagers Cope with Grief
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Teenagers Mourn Too Each year thousands of teenagers experience the death of someone they love. When a parent, sibling, friend
The differences between direct cremation and full-service cremation
When a loved one passes away, there are many decisions that need to be made quickly. One of the most important decisions is whether to
Common Misunderstandings About Direct Cremation
Direct cremation has become an increasingly popular choice for families seeking a simple, dignified, and affordable way to honor a loved one. Yet despite its
The Different Types of Funeral Services Available for Your Family
Saying goodbye to a loved one is a difficult and emotional process, and planning a funeral service can be overwhelming. However, by understanding the different
Creative and Unique Ideas for Honoring a Loved One in a Funeral Service: A Comprehensive Guide
The loss of a loved one can be a deeply emotional and challenging experience, and planning a funeral service can be overwhelming. It can be
Helping Yourself Heal During the Holiday Season
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Holidays are often difficult for anyone who has experienced the death of someone loved. Rather than being times of family
Planning Ahead: Why It’s Never Too Early to Start Thinking About Your Funeral
While it may not be the most pleasant topic to think about, planning your funeral ahead of time can provide you and your loved ones
How Pre-Planning Your Funeral Can Save Your Family Money
Funerals are not only emotionally difficult but they can also be very expensive. According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the average cost of a
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