Grief & Coping
I Watched My Dreams Die When I Got Sick. And Then I Made New Ones.
Only after accepting that my original plans were not going to happen, was I able to forge a new path.
What I Wish Had Been Said At The Funeral For A Young Suicide Victim
We can’t take away the pain of those suffering, but we can be there with them so they know they’re not alone.
Dogs Make Me Feel Vulnerable And Guilty… Why I Have One Anyway.
After the tragic death of my first dog, I vowed to never love one again. Until…
How I Learned To Appreciate Pain
There are some kinds of pain which must be navigated in order to be our best selves.
The Book That Teaches How Atheists Can Spiritually Mourn
Meghan O’Rourke uses her memoir, The Long Goodbye, as an elegy to immortalize her deceased mother.
A Reflection On The London Terror Attack
The recent terror attack on London reminds the author of the deeply emotional bond she has to England.
In A Lonely World, Virtual Gatherings Can Provide Comfort
Technology is often overlooked as a tool to bring people together for emotional support.
In Tragedy, We Must Remember That God Is Love
A spiritual reflection on tragedies like the Orlando shooting.