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Pre-planning a funeral: Why it’s an important part of estate planning
Pre-planning a funeral is an important part of estate planning that many people overlook. While it’s not something that most of us want to think
Helping Yourself Heal When Someone Loved Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Someone You Love Has Died You are now faced with the difficult, but important, need to mourn. Mourning is the
Top Reasons Why You Should Consider Pre-Planning Your Funeral: A Comprehensive Guide
Pre-planning your funeral can be a difficult and uncomfortable topic to think about, but it’s an important step to ensure that your final wishes are
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 Yourself Heal When Someone You Care About Dies of a Drug Overdose
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. A friend or family member has died of a drug overdose. Death and grief are always hard, but when someone
Why You Should Consider Pre-Planning Your Funeral Even if You Have Life Insurance
Many people believe that having life insurance is enough to cover the costs of their funeral and end-of-life expenses. However, life insurance policies often have
Helping a Suicide Survivor Heal
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Historian Arnold Toynbee once wrote, “There are always two parties to a death; the person who dies and the survivors
The Basics of Cremation Services: What You Need to Know
Losing a loved one is a difficult experience, and planning end-of-life services can be overwhelming. Cremation services are a popular choice for many people due
How to Support a Friend or Family Member Who is Grieving
Grief is a complex and challenging experience that everyone goes through at some point in their lives. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one,
Helping Yourself Heal When Your Parent Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Your mother or father has died. Whether you had a good, bad or indifferent relationship with the parent who died,
The Different Types of Funeral Flowers and Their Meanings: A Comprehensive Guide
Funeral flowers are a traditional and meaningful way to express condolences and support to the family of the deceased. They provide comfort and beauty during
Exploring the benefits of choosing cremation
Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging and emotional experiences in life. When a loved one passes away, planning the funeral or
The Teeter-Totter of Resilience and Vulnerability in Grief
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “To share your weakness is to make yourself vulnerable; to make yourself vulnerable is to show your strength.” — Criss
Too Much Loss: Grief Overload and Its Causes
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. If you are feeling overwhelmed by too much loss, this article is for you. Loss and unwanted change are unavoidable
Dealing with the practical and emotional challenges of managing a loved one’s estate
Losing a loved one is a difficult experience, and managing their estate can be overwhelming and emotional. Not only do you have to navigate legal
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