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Coping with Grief and Loss after a Funeral Service
Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences anyone can go through. After a funeral service, it’s normal to experience a
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
Choosing the Right Venue for a Funeral Service
Selecting the right venue for a funeral service is an essential part of the funeral planning process. The venue should provide a comfortable and appropriate
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
The Different Types of Cremation Services Available to Families
Losing a loved one is never easy, and planning their final arrangements can be a difficult and emotional experience. One of the decisions you’ll need
Funeral Services for Veterans: Honoring Those Who Served
When a veteran passes away, it is important to honor their service and sacrifice with a respectful and dignified funeral service. Veterans and their families
How to Choose the Right Funeral Home for Your Pre-Planning Needs
Choosing the right funeral home for your pre-planning needs is an important decision that can have a significant impact on the quality of service you
Love and Grief: In Communion and Greater Than the Sum of Their Parts
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “We are all mirrors unto one another. Look into me and you will find something of yourself as I will
Why pre-planning your funeral is the ultimate gift to your loved ones
When it comes to death, many people don’t like to think about it, let alone talk about it. But avoiding the topic won’t make it
How to Create a Personalized and Meaningful Funeral Service in Beaverton
The death of a loved one is an emotionally devastating experience, and planning a funeral service can be overwhelming. The funeral service is a final
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
You Must Make Friends with the Darkness Before You Can Enter the Light
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. A paradox is a seemingly self-contradictory statement or situation that is in fact often true. The paradox of mourning we
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,
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
Helping Your Family When a Member is Dying
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. You have learned that someone in your family is dying. You want to help the ill person as well as
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