Responsive leaders need to bring the grieving process forward in their organizational culture—and in their own leadership approach.
“‘I am praying for you.’‘What can I do to help?’‘This must be so hard.’‘We loved your mom.’‘She was an awesome lady.’‘We will miss her.’‘She touched our lives.’ Stories of how her life touched theirs. It helped so much to know and hear that my mom’s life m...
Be ready and willing to talk (about grief or other subjects), spend quality time with the child, and seek help when you feel you need it. How long is the grieving process for a child? Just like any grieving process, there is no timeline. (But see this “grief timeline.”) Studies ...
Frozen in Denial - How to Help a Substance Dependent Client Enter the Grieving Process while Decreasing the Possibility of RelapseKubler-Ross defines denial much the same way helpers in the substance abuse field do. It isa defense mechanism that can be conscious or unconscious, and arises to ...
It also lets the other person know that we're here to help and have the courage to stay with them, but we don’t know what to do.Simply listening with an open heart can help a grieving friend You can also say something like, “Hey, I have no idea what this is like for you, ...
Spend extra time with your cat during the grieving process. This attention will look different for every cat. Some might appreciate extra cuddles and being close to you. Other cats might enjoy a new toy or increased play sessions. Special treats or extra kibble may help soothe your cat as ...
The grief manual includes a literature review, working definitions, the grieving process, themes in childhood grief, developmental stages, parental and other supports, and how the media can affect a child's understanding of death. The developmental stages presented are ages: (a) 0 to 5 years, ...
While different people experience grief in different ways, there are universal themes that we can all relate to, such as the feeling of loss, hurt, and anger; and I am passionate about people feeling and being supported through the grieving process. ...
Talking, talking, and talking some more with children and your own peersisa major part of processing, but keep in mind that the grieving process can never be forced. If it's hard to summon patience with your child during this process, try to take into account when and how the childlike ...
We don’t always know how to respond when a loved one passes away. Losing someone you care about can cause complex emotions you may struggle to process. If you’re grieving the death of a loved one, it can help to know what to expect and how you can address your feelings. Though ...