A World Without Social Media???
When I was a kid, one of the first baby boomers (which gives you a clue to my advancing age) cash registers and adding machines had hand cranks and when the power went out, even the garage could dispense gasoline (petrol as we called it!) using a hand pump … at least, for those lucky […]
A Cure in Search of a Disease
Does everyone who suffers a significant loss need professional counselling? I have a growing concern that the current emphasis on counselling and therapy has clouded the fact that loss is a normal, albeit difficult part of life, and that the grief it generates is not a disease to be cured, but a change to be […]
Since you Asked!
We received the following question on our “Forum”: “I lost my husband 5 months ago… but the real pain of losing him didn’t set in till month 4. Why is that? I feel my mind and emotions are playing tricks on me.” Great question! Many people can identify about similar experience after a loss. How […]
The “WHY” of Anger
Let’s think about anger. I believe that anger finds its root in feelings of helplessness or powerlessness. In our grief over a significant loss, we often question “why”. “Why did my loved one have to die? Why does my life have to be one of suffering and sorrow? Why is this happening to ME?” We […]
Triumph over Tragedy
Earlier this month, Toronto hosted the Invictus Games, spearheaded by concerned veteran and hero, Prince Harry. Everyone was inspired by the courage of the 550 wounded service people who travelled from 17 different countries to compete. The Latin word “invictus” is translated “unconquered, unsubdued, invincible”. As Prince Harry said to the competitors: “Right now, you’re […]
300 Words on Loneliness
Probably most of us have experienced loneliness at one time or another. Maybe it was our first time away from home, or traveling somewhere away from family and friends. But what surprises many is: Loneliness has nothing whatsoever to do with whether or not you are alone. It is possible to be lonely in a […]
300 Words with Dr Bill
Memories Every life tells a story, and after someone dies, we want to continue that story and try to make it a good one. But sometimes that is difficult. Shortly after my wife’s funeral, people seem unwilling to talk about her or the situation. I understand most had good intentions, concerned that mentioning the death […]
Through a Year of Mourning
I have never been one to back away from a challenge. That hasn’t always worked out as well as I hoped, but I have never regarded anything as a failure … just as an opportunity to learn something that doesn’t work. John Wooden, the famed basketball coach said, “Success is the sense of satisfaction that […]
I give in!
I finally realize that I have to give in. No! I didn’t say I give UP!! I give in to the fact that websites, communication and aftercare has changed, and one major way that we can be more effective these days is by utilizing social media. I know I have been a bit of a […]
Are You Still Engaged?
Are you still engaged, or have you broken off the engagement? I am not referring to anyone’s marital status here, so let me explain. On my recent visit to the UK, I took the train from my home town in Scotland to London. I was looking forward to enjoying the scenery along the journey, eagerly […]