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Creating a Personal Sanctuary: A Home Altar to Honor a Lost Loved One
Losing a loved one is an indescribable pain that often leaves us searching for ways to keep their memory alive. Creating a home altar offers a meaningful and intimate way to honor and remember our departed loved ones. By dedicating a sacred space within our homes, we...
A Heartwarming Tribute: Crafting a Stuffed Animal with a Deceased Loved One’s Old Clothes
Memories of our departed loved ones hold a special place in our hearts. They are a testament to the enduring bond we shared and the profound impact they had on our lives. While it may be painful to part with their belongings, finding unique ways to honor their memory...
Preserving Memories: Creating a Memory Quilt from Deceased Loved One’s Clothes
Losing a loved one is an indescribable experience that leaves us with a void in our hearts. As time passes, we find solace in cherishing their memory and finding unique ways to honor their presence in our lives. One beautiful way to preserve their memory is by...
Forever Remembered: Honoring a Loved One with a Cherished Memento
Grief is an emotional journey that everyone experiences at some point in their lives. Losing a loved one is undeniably one of the most challenging aspects of the human experience. However, in the midst of sorrow, we often find solace and comfort in treasured keepsakes...
Navigating the Waves of Ambiguous Grief: Strategies for Healing
Grief is a natural response to loss, and it often follows a predictable pattern. However, there are times when grief doesn't fit into neat categories, leaving us grappling with ambiguous grief. This type of grief arises when we experience a loss that is not clearly...
Last Words Project: Building a Community Around Death
Death is a topic that often makes people uncomfortable, and it's something many of us avoid discussing altogether. However, a project called Last Words is defying this societal taboo by creating a community that embraces conversations about death. Last Words is not...
Crafting a Heartfelt Eulogy: Honoring the Memory of a Loved One
Saying goodbye to a cherished loved one is undoubtedly one of life's most challenging moments. When tasked with delivering a eulogy, the weight of the occasion can be overwhelming. However, through thoughtful reflection and sincere expression, a eulogy can serve as a...
Supporting Grieving Friends and Family: How You Can Be There When It Matters
Grief is a deeply personal and challenging experience that everyone encounters at some point in their lives. During these difficult times, the support of friends and family plays a vital role in helping individuals navigate through their grief and find solace....
The Gentle Touch of Palliative Care: A Holistic Approach to Well-being
In a world that often prioritizes curing diseases and extending life expectancy, the importance of palliative care is sometimes overlooked. Palliative care, however, plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals facing serious illnesses,...
Honoring the Past: 5 Steps to Starting a New Holiday Tradition After Losing a Loved One
The holiday season is a time filled with joy, love, and cherished memories with our loved ones. However, when we experience the loss of someone dear to our hearts, the holidays can be tinged with a bittersweet sense of longing and sorrow. In the face of such loss, it can be healing and empowering to establish a new tradition that pays tribute to our loved one while embracing the spirit of hope and renewal. This article explores the significance of starting a new tradition during the holidays after losing a loved one, providing inspiration and guidance for those seeking to navigate this poignant journey.
Check out our 5 steps to staring new traditions:
Acknowledging the Grief: Grief is a natural and necessary process when mourning the loss of a loved one. It is important to acknowledge and honor these emotions during the holiday season. Allow yourself and your family the time and space to grieve, reminiscing about the cherished memories shared with your departed loved one. Recognize that it is okay to experience a mix of emotions during this time, and find solace in the knowledge that your loved one would want you to find joy and happiness once again.
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CANA is an international organization that was founded in 1913 with the goal to promote safe and hygienic methods for individuals who choose cremation. Access Cremation is proud to be among its 1,500 members.
ICCFA proudly promotes consumer choices, pre-arrangement and open competition. Since being founded in 1887, it has created numerous guidelines advocating state legislation on a number of consumer related issues.