This article will help you learn where your “old self” went, where your new traits derived from, how to accept them, and how they benefit you.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodApril 22, 2021emotional and spiritualComment

For those suffering from complicated grief, here's how to get help

Seeking help from a therapist is a great way to have someone with knowledge and experience help guide you to making peace with loss.

grievingJennifer GoodApril 20, 2021grief resources, grief situationsComment

Advice for reuniting with estranged siblings after a loved one's death

If you’ve been estranged with a sibling or siblings for years, here are some helpful tips to deal with having to see an estranged sibling after a parent dies.

grievingJennifer GoodApril 19, 2021grief situations, grief resourcesComment

Follow these steps to cope with forgetfulness while going through grief

This article shares three ways that a grieving person can reduce their forgetfulness and prevent it from interfering with their life.

Jennifer GoodApril 15, 2021Comment

Absent grief: when you're not grieving like you expected, and what to do about it

Although it is seldom recognized and talked about, the pattern of complicated grief known as “absent grief” is not that uncommon. We talk about what it is, and what to do about it, here.

Jennifer GoodApril 14, 2021Comment

Virtual mental health resources for dealing with grief

COVID-19 has made it difficult to be able to connect in-person, so now more than ever is a great opportunity to explore virtual mental health resources. We’ve collected a number of those different resources here.

settling affairsJennifer GoodApril 13, 2021emotional and spiritualComment

Activities that elders and caregivers can do together

Here are a few activities that elders and their caregivers can do together to build teamwork, develop shared interests, and get to know each other better.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodApril 7, 2021caregivingComment

How to recognize toxic positivity, and what to do about it

Here are some common expressions and experiences of toxic positivity to help you recognize how it shows up in everyday life.

grievingJennifer GoodApril 6, 2021grief resourcesComment

How to grieve the loss of a spouse

The loss of a husband or wife is one of the most heartbreaking experiences a person can have. Here are some helpful words and tips to guide you through the grieving process.

grievingJennifer GoodApril 5, 2021grief situationsComment

Alternative ways of dealing with the body of a loved one after death

This article describes four unique alternatives to traditionally burying your loved one after they pass.

settling affairsJennifer GoodApril 1, 2021legacy and funeralComment

How to choose songs and music for a loved one's funeral

Here you will find several suggestions and tips to help you find music that resonates with your family and memorializes your late loved one.

settling affairsJennifer GoodMarch 31, 2021legacy and funeralComment

Ways to grieve after an abortion

This article delves into some of the nuances of grieving after an abortion, and some steps you can take to help ease the burden.

grievingJennifer GoodMarch 30, 2021grief situationsComment

How to shut down a business after a loved one passes

How you go about shutting down a business depends on what kind of business it is. In this article we’ll break down the process into manageable steps.

settling affairsJennifer GoodMarch 29, 2021financial and propertyComment

How to grieve the loss of a sibling

This article suggests healthy ways to grieve the loss of a brother or sister at an individual, family, and community level.

grievingJennifer GoodMarch 25, 2021grief situationsComment

How to improve strained relations between older adults and caregivers

This article shares ideas for argumentative elders and caregivers to build understanding, trust, and friendship.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodMarch 18, 2021caregivingComment

How to show support to someone with a missing loved one

When someone goes missing, it can personally impact a number of people around them. Here is a guide to how you can best show support to someone with a missing loved one.

grievingJennifer GoodMarch 17, 2021grief situationsComment

How seniors can deal with overprotective adult children

It can be hard when our own adult-age children start trying to parent us. If this situation ring any bells for you, here are some tips for coping with interfering, overprotective adult children.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodMarch 15, 2021senior living Comments

How seniors (and families) can deal with hearing loss

This article describes the causes and signs of hearing loss in senior citizens, as well as the use of hearing aids and their alternatives.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodMarch 11, 2021senior livingComment

How to write your own will

If you have decided to write your own will, or would like to look into what the process entails, here is a step-by-step guide to help you throughout the process.

getting organizedJennifer GoodMarch 9, 2021legal and medicalComment

Read these books on how to cope with hospice care

If you are considering or are in hospice care, here are some books that can help you cope with where you’re at and find peace in your life.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodMarch 8, 2021senior livingComment

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