Wind Phones – The Line Isn’t Quite Dead
Wind phones are used to “call” deceased loved ones, say unsaid things, and continue to connect. (Continue reading ...)
Finding Meaning at the End of Life
"These are big questions that are lived rather than asked ..." -- Robert A Neimeyer, PhD (Continue reading ...)
Loss of a Spouse
My husband died suddenly. It was, quite literally, an accident. There was no warning, no pre-planning, no build-up. He left for work one morning, and then didn’t come home. (Continue reading ...)
Unique — but why?
"Many authors have described bereavement as a transition, a transformation, an evolution. It may not seem so when emotions are most raw." -- Chris Haws (Continue reading ...)
Grievers Need Space!
"A Griever has often had enough happen over which they have had no say. It is vital that in the mourning process, they be heard and honored and understood." (Continue reading ...)
A new way to talk to each other during our dying days
Dr. Marlaine Figueroa Gray advocates for a new, compassionate language around death, emphasizing the importance of legacy, personhood, and meaningful connections in the dying process. (Continue reading ...)
Ghostbots: AI versions of deceased loved ones could be a serious threat to mental health
Dr. Nigel Mulligan discusses the potential psychological impacts of AI-generated "ghosts" for grieving individuals, citing concerns about emotional dependence, misinformation, and exacerbated grief-related issues. (Continue reading ...)
How to Tell Children About Death
"Part of the experience of death is finding ways to accept what has happened, express what we are feeling, and find ways to move on. We, as adults, need to find ways to help our children to do this too." (Continue reading ...)
How Not To Be A Swooper: Lessons From A Seagull About Caregiving
"One of the most common types of stories we hear about caregiving at The Conversation Project is the 'seagull effect.' I've been teaching others about this. Yet this past year, it hit me like a brick ... I am the seagull!" (Continue reading ...)
Innovative Approaches To Healing Grief: Ketamine Therapy As An Option
"Proponents of this approach emphasize that it's not about circumventing the grieving process but rather providing a complementary avenue for healing. Grief doesn't adhere to a linear timeline, and there's no universally 'right' way to grieve." (Continue reading ...)