Grief Archives

Bonnie McEneany: 12 Years After September 11

The wife of a 9/11 victim talks about the strength she finds in faith and the messages she still receives from her husband in the hereafter, 12 years later.

Monica Iken reflects on the tenth anniversary of losing her husband during 9/11

Monica Iken: 10 Years After September 11

A wife reflects on the tenth anniversary of losing her husband during 9/11, and the messages she receives from him in the hereafter.

5 Ways to Cope with the Loss of a Loved One

By Ashley Lateef3 min read

Grief can be overwhelming. Here are a few ways to find comfort, strength and peace through your mourning.

A group of retirees reading together in a circle.

5 Ways to Handle the Life Changes of Retirement

By Ashley Lateef2 min read

Get expert advice on coping with the changes that come with retirement and aging.

A young woman consoling her caregiver friend.

4 Tips to Support the Grieving During the Holidays

By Ashley Lateef4 min read

Mourning a loved one during the holidays can be tough. Here are four ways you can help a caregiver during this time of year.

George W. Bush saying goodbye to his father, George H.W. Bush

The Power of Unconditional Love

By Pablo Diaz2 min read

President George W. Bush’s love for his late father.

How to Navigate Change More Positively

By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read

Dealing successfully with transitions or “new normal” in your life.

A Special Bond with a Depressed Donkey

By Robin Birdsong7 min read

After the death of her son, the author opened a farm sanctuary and helped a despondent animal heal from a similar tragedy.

Not long after opening the Enchanted Farm Sanctuary in Newberg, Oregon, Robin was contacted by a couple who was worried about their donkey, Ronnie. He didn’t seem to have the will to live after losing his son in an accident. Robin knew his pain and brought him home.

The Donkey That Saw Her Through Her Grief

By Megan Troise2 min read

When Robin Birdsong met Ronnie the donkey, she knew he was different than all the other animals she had saved. They had both lost a child. Robin knew exactly how Ronnie felt and she was determined to help him heal.