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A grief support group is for those who have suffered a loss. It is a sharing of feelings. The support of others has proven to be therapeutic.
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Victim of a Violent Crime?
Created by Diana Young Jan 14, 2009 at 8:42am. Last updated by Diana Young Jan. 14, 2009.
What is a grief counselor?
What is a grief counselor?
A grief counselor is one who is very knowledgeable in the area of "normal grief." This practitioner is well-versed in the normal grief reaction and process that occurs to many types of losses, suc
… ContinueCreated by Diana Young Apr 14, 2008 at 10:30pm. Last updated by Diana Young Jan. 14, 2009.
The Grief blog - Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley
If anyone out there in Blog Land has any tips or guidelines for this journey I would really appreciate it.
From Christine - My son died January 18, 2010 fo a heart attack. He had his first heart attack at age 29, 14 years ago. This was his 4th attack. We all knew he probably wouldn’t live to old age but he had been healthy for the past 3 years and I guess we were all [...]I am not the same person I was
From Beth – I lost my 23 year old son Matthew on June 12, 2009 due to cancer. It was Osteosarcoma, a very aggressive bone tumor that had spread into his lungs and other part of his body. He only lasted 10 months. His birthday is coming up this Monday, February 8, 2010 and I [...]You will have good days ahead
From Lynn – I happened upon this website by accident. My husband died 4 years ago. Crazy, but today has been a day where I have really missed him. I have cried like he died last week! It has been good to read everyone’s comments and I do want you to know that you will [...]My heart and soul grieve for and with you
From Scott – Carolyn: I understand what you are going through. I lost my 23 year old son James on July 31st, 2009 after a 26 month battle against leukemia. He was doing so well, when he came down with pneumonia and some other lung issues during the last two weeks of his life. I watched him [...]We are who we are because of who we love
From Shena – I’m so sorry Marienne. It is good that you can leave your true thoughts here. It is strange to go day after day being silent about the pain. I am sure that it has been said to you before but I will write to help you remember. You need to live as [...]"Along the Road"
She chattered all the way.
But left me none the wiser
For all she had to say.
I walked a mile with Sorrow
And ne'er a word said she;
But oh, the things
I learned from her
When Sorrow
walked with me!
-Robert Browning
Grief, Loss & Transition - Kirsti A. Dyer, MD, MS
Engage with Grace Project - Thanksgiving Blog Rally
I received an email this week telling me about the blog rally being held by several health care bloggers to get the word out about starting the difficult questions on End of Life Care.Their project Engage with Grace: The One Slide Project was launched in 2008 with the hope of getting people talking about end of life care. They created a single slide with 5 questions "designed to help get us talking with each other, with our loved ones, about our preferences."
Furthermore they are asking people to share this One Slide — wherever and whenever they can in blogs, in presentations and in conversations.
Thanksgiving Blog Rally
For Thanksgiving they are hosting a Blog rally, asking bloggers to post information about the Engage with Grace project starting Tuesday November 24 and leaving it up through the Thanksgiving weekend.
For examples of what other bloggers are doing this year the the blog rally see:
- Eliza Blog's 2009 post on Some conversations are easier than others from their Eliza blog.
- Paul Levy's 2008 post on Engage with Grace from his Running a Hospital Blog.
They are also asking people to help spread the word in their social networks:
- Donate your Facebook status by posting something about the Blog Rally.
- Donate your Twitter status by posting something about the Blog Rally, using the hashtag #EWG
You can learn even more about this project in the moving video by Engage with Grace co-founder and sister-in-law of Za, Alexandra Drane.
Engage with Grace from Health 2.0 on Vimeo.
To learn more about what you can do visit the Engage with Grace website.
Poems for Healing: The Messenger
The Messenger was written many years ago to provide a bit of solace and soothing words for a family friend and patient, both of whom had recently lost their spouses.I decided to share the healing poem, The Messenger since it has been used as a remembrance poem by so many people in newpapers, brochures, online and at funeral services.
The Messenger
From an Angel on higha tender message of love was softly whispered into the ear
of this humble scribe....
now that I have passed.
Remember the laughter, the affection
and the joy
not just the recent tears.
Cherish the memories,
our hopes and dreams.
Hold fast to the love that we shared.
Be happy with the time we spent together
and being anew.
For I am not really gone,
I am closer than ever before.
As the morning sun rises
and throughout the busy day...I am with you.
Until the setting sun disappears on the horizon
and we watch the day turn into night...I am here.
You may feel a faint breeze stir round your head, while you slumber
as I gently kiss your forehead, "Good night."
The stars that shine so brightly in my heavenly sky
help me watch over you and keep you from harm.
I am the wind in the trees
and the song of a bird.
I am moonbeams in a midnight sky
and a glorious rainbow after the storm.
I am morning dew
and freshly-fallen snow.
I am a butterfly flying overhead
and a puppy happily at play.
I am a smile on a stranger's face
a gentle touch
a warm embrace.
Listen to the wind for my message of love.
Watch the sun rise and set in the sky with me.
Feel my essence encircle you with warm memories.
Open your heart to know...I am not gone.
Reach deep into your soul...You will find me.
I am here.
Have no fear.
I am with you,
Always.
(Angel scribe)
More about Journey of Hearts Poetry
I am always a bit surprised when I go searching for some of the healing poems that I wrote and included in the early days of the Journey of Hearts site.
My poems (The Messenger and In Memory of You) show up on many spontaneous bereavement sites from those whose deaths were not major news events to those whose deaths were major news events like 9-11, Laci Patterson and Michael Jackson. Unfortunately the poems are often unattributed to "Anonymous" and do not include a reference to the Journey of Hearts website.
The poem seems to have sprouted wings and flies around the Internet spreading healing words. By reposting a newer version of The Messenger online, I am hopeful that people will find the version of The Messenger and correctly link to the blog or the Journey of Hearts site.
More on Poetry on the Grief, Loss & Transitions Blog
Dyer K. Words to Comfort - In Memory of You July 2007. Grief, Loss & Bereavement Blog.
Dyer K. Poetry - To Help You Make it Through. August 2007. Grief, Loss & Bereavement Blog.
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Water Blessing Label Bookmarks for Focused Healing
In September 2009 The Spirit of Water added several news products to their product line that I have already supported in this blog and in the NICU Parent Support Blog.The new product that I am really excited about is their Water Blessing Labels Bookmarks, particularly the one for focused healing.
Blessing for Weight Loss, Focused Healing and for AwakeningThere are three news Water Blessing Label Bookmarks, one for Weight Loss, one for Focused Healing and another for Awakening.
- The 6 phrases on blessing labels for Weight Loss are: "fresh start," "mindful eating," "breakthrough," "vibrant health," "ageless beauty," and "boundless energy."
- The 6 words on blessing labels for the Focused healing are: "acceptance," "serenity," "courage," "patience," "humor," and "energy."
- The 6 words on blessing labels words for Awakening are: "love,""gratitude,""peace," and "joy."
You are guided from within as your healing journey brings you back to yourself.The bookmark can be used to inspire you in your healing process. Place it in a book as a reminder of your healing journey.
More affordable
These bookmarks are a smaller number of blessing labels than the regular size, so half the price $4.95 compared to $9.95 for the larger size.
Find out more about the bookmarks and other new products, the Water Blessing Labels and specially offers at their website, The Spirit of Water.
More:
Dyer KA. 2009. Water Blessing Labels a Way to Help with Healing and Coping. Grief, Loss & Transitions Blog.
Dyer KA. 2009. Spirit of Water - Love is in the NICU. NICU Parent Support Blog.
Dyer KA. 2007. Water Blessing LabelsTurn Water (or Medicine) into Liquid Prayers. NICU Parent Support Blog.
Dyer KA. 2008. Water Blessing Labels. Squidoo.com
Image Source: The Spirit of Water Website.
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Journal Therapy and After Death Communication
Online Grief Support uses the blog feature for Journal Therapy – You can choose to make it private or public. Blog posts are a great way to express yourself on your profile page. To get started, go to your profile page and locate the "Blog Posts" module in the middle column. Click the "Add a Blog Post" link. You must join the community to take advantage of Journal Therapy – It’s free.
You can add text, links, images, and files to your blog post using the blog editor toolbar. You can also select the privacy of your blog post to allow anyone in the community to view it, just your friends in the community, or just you. Go to Settings and then click on Privacy. If you need help, I'm just an email away. - Diana
Blog Posts
How much is a person expected to take?
Posted by Courtney Rice on February 3, 2010 at 12:38am — 2 Comments
HOW DO I GET THROUGH THIS LONG LASTING terrible pain?
I have lost my mom heart problems,dad cancer, baby sister anorexia and depression, mother inlaw cancer, best friend who just dropped dead brain aneurysm, another very good friend cancer, and others whom I loved.
I loss my cat (Angel) that i had for 13 years and loved.I have been able to get through these losses with God`s help, and some really good friends. Six years ago my only son decided to push me out of his life and has not spoken to me since.One of his daugthers I saw until she was 4 m… Continue
Posted by REDHEARTS on February 2, 2010 at 11:18pm — 1 Comment
I Love you Baby
Posted by Lisa Marie Steinberg on February 2, 2010 at 5:18pm — 1 Comment
i can't stop...
Posted by Money Jensen on February 1, 2010 at 12:26pm — 3 Comments
I've been mad a lot lately.
Mad like I got once just a few months after my Mom died. It was December I think, and my freinds were worried about me and wanted to get me out of the house. I hadn't been out much-which for me is a bit odd, I am a very social creature. Much like my mother!!
My friend dragged me out to dinner with one of her friends, a young lady I hadn't met before. She seemed so nice, but I was a bit quiet because I didn't want to get dragged in… Continue
Posted by Marsha "Marcy" Welch on February 1, 2010 at 12:43am — 2 Comments
Are Any Of You Angry With God?
Let me say also that I know that I know, without God in my life I would not have survived Ryan's death. God held me when I couldn't think or speak. When I did not want to wake up anothe… Continue
Posted by Connie Pharr on January 27, 2010 at 9:52am — 3 Comments
sleep and dreams
Posted by Rochelle Kramer on January 27, 2010 at 9:14am — 1 Comment
In memory of my Sister, Mindy who passed away on New Year's Eve '09 from a drug overdose
Posted by Michelle on January 25, 2010 at 7:36am — 4 Comments
RIP grandma. i miss you.
But now, it just feels kind of numb for me. i just, i have lost so many people in less than 1 year its like i dont feel anymore. Its not that i dont care, but i dont have the ability to show any emotion. i hate that i am like this but i cant control it.
I dont know what to do anymore.
When Aly died, it took a huge part of my heart with her. When Cody died, it took another huge piece of my heart. And now, it fee… Continue
Posted by Jen Miller on January 24, 2010 at 12:24am
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To One In Sorrow
And let me take your hand.
I, who have known a sorrow such as yours, can understand.
Let me come in--I would be very still beside you in your grief;
I would not bid you cease your weeping, friend,
Tears bring relief. Let me come in--and hold your hand,
For I have known a sorrow such as yours, And understand.
-Grace Noll Crowell
The Light Beyond
Losing my wife during child birth and looking after my 4 young children
My name is Steve Carter and I live in Glengormley Northern Ireland. I am writing to you today to tell you my story about my lovely wife and my fantastic children. I find writing this helps me through the heart ache and pain that I have suffered over the last 10 months. This is my story... I met my wife Denise while we were both travelling around the world. I was on my sixth year...Grief recovery course in Surrey, UK
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Did you know about our ebook of over 250 funeral poems and readings? Don't lose valuable time searching for the perfect poem or reading - we've already done all the hard work, to save you the trouble. And you can download it instantly. It's one of the most comprehensive and thoughtful collection of sympathy poems, quotes and readings available today. Whoever you have lost, this carefully crafted collection of poems and readings will help you...New memorial website Friends At Rest
It’s a unique feeling, when it finally dawns on you that someone who has been a part of your life for such a long time is no longer there. It’s a sickening realisation that stops you in your tracks. In your mind you can visualise the person, smiling, talking, living, but when the vision fades you realise that this is now your only connection to them. Through memories, photographs, anecdotes and, on a higher plane,...Badge
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