Grief and Loss
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Those of you visiting this page may be hurting. It is important to me that I help you cope with your grief and loss. The emotions may be overwhelming. For that reason I have carefully screened the selections here. The reality is that grief does not disappear with an article, a video, or a podcast and I realize that. But the process of healing needs to begin at some point and available internet content can move you in that direction - one step at a time. Please check out these resources to start the journey forward and adjusting to new realities. I wish you the very best. Be aware that you are not alone in your grieving. Many of us share grief and loss with you and know how painful it can be. Give yourself time, the great healer!
Humpty
Supportive Resources for Grief and Loss
Barbara has served as a volunteer and a program director for a hospice center in B.C. She introduces herself here. Besides her You Tube Channel, Barbara has a website In Autumn's Cocoon with additional content to explore. I am currently watching her videos. Very impressed!
Dr. Bonano from Columbia University has conducted extensive research in bereavement and trauma. I highly recommend his book, The Other Side of Sadness for coping with grief and loss. Click on his name at left to learn about his interesting background!
Dr. Hone was a trauma psychologist serving earthquate victims in New Zealand when her teen age daughter was killed in an auto accident. It changed her life and focus of her career to one of grief, loss and resilience. She uses Positive Psychology to help grievers cope. Here's an interview and a review of her book, Resilient Grieving, which I am currently reading. I've learned a lot!
This site is well-worth visiting and exploring for articles, webinars, videos and other resources for those in bereavement or for caregivers. They also have fee-based courses on various aspect for grieving. Additionally check out some of these Free Grief Guides.
When I found this site I kept looking for a commericial connection and hidden costs. None! The extensive offerings for grievers are all FREE and depend on members for content production. There are courses on all aspects of grieving, even pet loss. They have a TV channel here. a podcast here, and extensive videos and writings. All ready for you!
AARP has a variety of services for grieving and caregiver support. Take a look at their Chat Forum. There are also many articles on the bereavement process here. Additional AARP resources are here or at left.
