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Losing Friends
I lost 'a friend' last night, on Facebook. It wasn't a close friend. And it wasn't death that separated us. She 'de-friended' me. I do not feel sad at all, just curious. It reminded me of many bereaved parents' comments: "My friends disappeared..." or "they just don't come around … [Read more...]
Writing Cards
Writing a card for a baby who died? If yes, what shall I write? I don't want to upset the parents... Today, this great and important question reached me by email.I have a friend who has just given birth to twins very prematurely. One of them was unfortunately born dead and the surviving twin … [Read more...]
Circles of Support
In my counselling/coaching practice I have been using a technique called 'Neuro Relationship Therapy' which uses a system of circles.Recently a friend of mine made me aware of this article here, where they use the circles in response to 'how not to say the wrong thing' when someone is severally … [Read more...]
How Loss Affects Intimate Relationship
Loss affects all relationships, to your self, to your partner, friend and family - there is no doubt. But how? And how can we deal with it? First of all, relationships are challenging with or without loss. This week, Carly and myself discussed this topic and share intimately about our personal … [Read more...]