A “death knell.” When was the last time you heard that phrase? Or what about a “funeral toll”?
You may have heard either or both sayings your whole life, but never gave it any thought. What is it? What does it mean?
There is something so ominous about it. Read on to find out why the meaning of a death knell is so gloomy.
Perhaps you’ve seen, on a funeral notice or announcement, something like, “In lieu of flowers, the family requests that…”
Sometimes it seems like funerals have their own code or language. What do people mean by this phrase? Does it mean don’t send flowers… at all?
Learn about when and how to follow the family’s wishes when they make a request like this one.
Taphophilia. It sounds weird, like some sort of condition. (Maybe it is….)
What is a taphophile? Similarly, what is coimetromania? And why are some people drawn to cemeteries?
Let’s find out.
Today we’re going to talk about exaggerated grief. What is it? Are there specific symptoms or warning signs? What do you need to know about it?
Grief is a global emotion. Everyone will suffer from it, but it affects everyone differently. Sadness, anxiety, and feelings of loneliness are all part of grief.
But how do you know if it is more than “normal” grief? How do you know when your feelings are out of control and exaggerated grief has set in?
Children grieve too. It just looks different from how adults grieve.
Grief affects children just like it does everyone. It is healthy for a child to mourn a death, be sad, and work through the grieving process.
Read on to find out how you can help your child or someone else’s child on this challenging journey.
What are the 12 stages of the grieving process? I thought there were just 5 stages of grief. Now there’s twelve?!?
If this sounds overwhelming and depressing, keep reading. The “stages of grief” are models designed to help you understand and work through grief in a healthy way.
So with a bit of understanding, I hope you’ll see that this information is a tool to help you, no matter where you’re at in the grieving process.
Disenfranchised grief refers to any grief that goes unnoticed or unacknowledged by your family and friends, or by society at large. This type of grief also sometimes known as hidden grief or hidden sorrow.
Perhaps you feel like no one understands your grief or what you are going through. Or perhaps others think that you shouldn’t be as affected by the loss because you’re not, for example, a relative or spouse.
Plus, disenfranchised grief doesn’t always surface due to the death of a loved one. As with all varieties of grief, it can revolve around any type of loss you may be going through.
Looking for some funeral program examples?
If you’re wondering what a typical funeral program should look like, you’re not alone. The best way to figure out your own outline is to check out samples of what others have done.
Here are some standard funeral program samples, outlines, and templates – including free and premium options.
Let’s talk about pet grief.
Pets are part of our family. They greet us every day, snuggle with us, and look to us for love, companionship, and sustenance. To be sure, the relationship we have with our pet is different from our human relationships.
But it’s just as real.
So when we say goodbye to a beautiful fur baby, the grief we feel is real, too.
In this article, we’re going to talk about how to cope when grieving the loss of a pet.
Here’s everything you need to know about funeral flowers.
Learn when to send, which ones to choose, what to write in the sympathy message, and all about the proper etiquette surrounding flowers and funerals.
Grief is deep sorrow in response to a loss. This loss can be anything, including the loss of a job or relationship or some hope …
The Christmas season is here, but it is so very different without your loved one near.
Many families create a Christmas memorial ornament that honors the memory of their loved one. This is a small way to feel their much-missed presence during the special holiday time.
The right ornament often becomes one of the family’s most treasured memorial Christmas decorations.
So look back on yesterday’s memories and begin creating new ones for you and your family. These ornament provide a great way to share your love and holiday memories. Here are 35 of our favorite Christmas memorial ornaments.
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