After your loved one died, one of the most frustrating aspects of grief may be watching those around you—it could be your spouse, child,...

You reexperience the moment that changed your life forever and the life of your family and everyone who knew this person. Forever.

As I stood there sobbing, I found myself wondering why I was taking this so hard.

Our grief had eased just a bit because Dad had left us with yet another wonderful memory. Thanks, Dad.

How do you feel that you’ve changed since you spouse died? List 3 of the most significant ways (if any) that indicate how you are different

I can make you a promise: Even though it doesn’t seem like it now, it will get better.

Of course, focusing exclusively on the past and ignoring the present is not healthy. . . memories are all you have. Why not use them?

When someone dies, do we really ever say “goodbye?”

This man wasn’t crying, no tremors in his voice, no hesitancy in saying “died” or “passed on.”

But your sad heart knows the truth as it says, “Yes, come in. I know why you’re here”

Yes, my promise to you is: As terrible as you feel now, you will not feel this way forever.

So, the next time you hear someone talk about “grief,” you might want to remind them that. . . some reactions last a lifetime.

Therefore, while the pain lessens, coping with the many aspects of grief is a lifelong process.

My loved one has died and for that I will always carry him or her in my heart. . . despite my pain, someday I will find happiness again.

Someday you will notice that, even though the triggers are still there, your responses are not as intense.

You can overcome this cruel trick by doing all you can to compile and retain lasting memories of this wonderful, amazing person whose love w

“IT’s been going on too long.” “IT’s not like you.” “IT’s changed you.” “How long is IT going to go on?”