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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
Honoring your loved one’s wishes: How to plan a cremation service that reflects their personality
Losing a loved one is one of life’s most challenging experiences, and planning their final arrangements can feel like a daunting task. However, cremation services
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
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
You Must Go Backward Before You Can Go Forward
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
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
Cremation services and grief support: How to find comfort in a difficult time
Losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult experience, and the grieving process can be overwhelming. Cremation services offer an opportunity to create a
The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Funeral Service
Losing a loved one is never easy, and planning a funeral service can be a daunting task during such a difficult time. However, with proper
Pre-planning your funeral: Tips for creating a meaningful and memorable service
Pre-planning a funeral is an important part of estate planning, as it allows you to ensure that your final wishes are carried out and that
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
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
Understanding the Stages of Grief: What to Expect and How to Cope After Losing a Loved One
Losing a loved one can be one of the most challenging experiences anyone can go through. Whether it’s the death of a parent, child, spouse,
Helping a Friend in Grief
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. A friend has experienced the death of someone loved. You want to help, but you are not sure how to
The Importance of Self-Care During the Grieving Process
Losing someone we love is one of the most difficult experiences any of us will face. Grief can be overwhelming and all-consuming, and it can
The role of funeral directors in planning a service
Losing a loved one is never easy, and planning a funeral service can be overwhelming. Funeral directors play an important role in the funeral planning
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