
January 27, 2017
Guilt, Shame and Regret
Self-evaluation and reflection on our past are healthy because we can learn from our life experiences and mistakes. It is healthy to ask: Could I have done better? Could I have made better choices? Would things be better if I had only done things differently? The results of reviewing and evaluating past decisions and behavior […]

November 29, 2016
Children, Grief, You and the Holidays
A young mother whose son was killed in a fire started by outdoor Christmas lights expressed her fear of the upcoming first Christmas following his death. She did not have the energy to carry on as usual, and she was getting messages from the family that they expected her to do just that. Through grief […]

November 26, 2012
Preparing for the Holiday Season
While you and I prepare for the holiday season just a few days away, many of our friends and loved ones live in dread of the special days ahead when families gather and they will be reminded of their grief and their loss. In their homes there will be an empty chair at the dinner […]