A Grief Support Blog

This blog will allow you the opportunity to acquire both support and guidance after experiencing a significant loss.

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The Loss of One of Our Heroes

On Saturday, November 26th, The Grief Recovery Institute lost an important member of our family. Russell Friedman, our executive director, died peacefully in his own home, surrounded by his loving wife, Alice, and family. Russell was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, and it rapidly metastasized throughout his body.

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  • Nov 29, 2016
  • stephen moeller, grief recovery specialist
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Grief Support: How Do I Help A Family Member With Grief?

If you are reading this post, it is very likely that you are not a professionally trained grief support specialist, but rather someone who has been thrust into this role and is seeking assistance. You are hardly alone.

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  • Nov 28, 2016
  • stephen moeller, grief recovery specialist
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Grief Support During Holidays

With the holiday season approaching, we are constantly bombarded by images of happy families together sharing the joy of the season.  If you are a griever, however, this may not be the picture that you can imagine at this point.  Holidays, birthdays, or other days that were a special part of your family traditions trigger painful feelings of loss and grief.

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  • Nov 17, 2016
  • stephen moeller, grief recovery specialist
  • 1 comments

Sometimes a Hug is the Most Valuable Gift

Sometimes a Hug is the Most Valuable Gift

As a caring professional, you likely know that your “presence” is far more valuable than any “present” you can offer anyone experiencing a loss of any kind.

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  • Nov 17, 2016
  • stephen moeller, grief recovery specialist
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Are We Grieving the 2016 Presidential Election?

The United States has just completed the 2016 election process and we are bombarded by reports in the media concerning people’s surprise, elation, dismay, excitement and even protests after the votes were counted. One word that we have yet to hear from any prominent media outlet is “grief” related to the outcome and how it touches us on a very personal level.

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  • Nov 16, 2016
  • stephen moeller, grief recovery specialist
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Are You Looking for Hope? Here It Is.

Have you ever been in such a dark place that you thought there was no way out? You experienced the death of someone you love, the end of a romantic relationship, or the loss of yourself?

 

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  • Oct 27, 2016
  • Laura Jack
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Sometimes Avoiding People is a Good Idea

Recently, we wrote about how many people tend to isolate themselves when grieving the loss of a close person in their life. We've analyzed why this is a bad plan for everyone and how being around supportive people helps the grieving process into the future.

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  • Jun 15, 2016
  • Cole James
  • 3 comments

We are all grieving from the tragic Orlando shooting

 

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  • Jun 14, 2016
  • Cole James
  • 1 comments

Three Things To Remember When Helping a Client With Grief

As professionals who deal with those who have experienced a loss, there are certain things that we know are better ways of helping. The comfort from family and friends is sometimes helpful to the bereaved but on a professional level, there are a few specific things to remember when working with a person who is grieving a loss.

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  • Jun 13, 2016
  • Cole James
  • 6 comments

Divorce Grief; Personalizing The Healing Process

"Time heals all wounds." "Keep your chin up." "You're better off without your ex anyway." Are these some of the sentiments you've heard since divorcing your spouse? While your family and friends mean well, the reality is that the grieving process in the aftermath of a divorce cannot be summed up in a neat little cliche. Grief is hard, messy and very personal.

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  • Jun 08, 2016
  • Cole James
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