“We have just about no tradition of dying well. If you are not born with the instinct for dying well, you have to learn how to die, or you probably will not die wisely or well.”
– Stephen Jenkinson, Die Wise
How to Write Funeral Condolences and Sympathy Messages
Life, for people who are grieving, will never be the same again.They will struggle with moments of loneliness, sadness and even depression.Your funeral condolences and sympathy messages can be the healing balm to someone’s heart, when they grieve the loss of a loved...
Death of a Sibling: Effective Tips on Preparing and Grieving
Nothing in life prepares you for the death of a sibling. You feel as if the world rolled off its axis and you are pitching head first down Mount Everest. It feels as if nothing can replace that person, as if nothing can take their place in your heart, and it does feel...
Life Lessons – Overcoming Self
“In the long run, we shape our lives, and we shape ourselves. The process never ends until we die. And the choices we make are ultimately our own responsibility.”- Eleanor Roosevelt Introduction Eleanor Roosevelt was a First Lady, and she shared many life lessons. As...
What Happens to a Body in a Casket? – The Facts You Have to Know
While it may seem a weird question, wondering what happens to a body in a casket is actually rather normal, especially if you or a loved one is facing end-of-life and the many decisions therein. The decomposition of a body in a casket depends on several variables, not...
How to Make A Casket Spray: A Complete Guide to Help Save Money
Flowers are one of the most sincere touches you can add to a funeral for a loved one, especially if you know how to make a casket spray yourself. A casket spray will drape over the surface of the casket in a show of sympathy. It offers a form of consolation to those...
How Long Can Someone Be on Life Support? – Understanding the Basics
When you think of life support, you likely envision you or your loved one connected to machines via various tubes that perform necessary functions, like breathing, eating, and the excretion of non-necessary fluids. The truth is, life support can be one or all of these...
How to Prepare for and Mourn the Loss of a Husband or Wife
Marriage is for life. 'Til death do us part means just that — two people taking a vow to support each other until the end. Of course, death is inevitable. But it’s not something you normally think about. How are you supposed to prepare for something like that?...
How Long Does Grief Last? Know Your Own Normal
Grief is a strange thing. It comes and goes. Sometimes it lasts for years on end.Sometimes you go days without respite, followed by weeks wherein you feel as though life is finally getting back to normal.Then it all may come rushing back. ...
