Hear a story of courage and healing as the author battles medical problems and depression and describes what it is like to finally live a more normal life without severe medical problems.
When confronted with approaching death, many of us wonder when exactly will death occur. This article from the Hospice Patients Alliance describes some of the signs and symptoms experienced when your loved one is approaching death.
It;s hard to talk about dying, death and bereavement. Talking about death seems to make it more real but most people find that talking ends up being reassuring and helpful.
To help a child deal with the loss of a loved one by encouraging children to express themselves by drawing, writing and sharing their feelings and thoughts through the process of journaling.
Bad things come with good things and do not let bad things influence your existance in a negative manner.
Have you ever felt like you were straddling a fence? This is one caregivers struggle between reality and fantasy when dealing with the pending death of a loved one.
The finally weeks of a dog’s owner caring for her mother will inspire and touch you.
It is ok to grieve for as long as one desires – there is no normal way to grief. However, moving on with your life is important for your well-being.
I address this article to those of you who are the remaining spouse, having placed your loved one into a care facility. This is a personal story discussing and affirming the feelings experienced by caregivers of Alzheimers patients.
One way to overcome loneliness and to join the world is to open up to someone who went through what you went. This will lift your spirit and would make you happy.
It is common for both the impaired person and the caregiver to experience feelings of loss, grieving, denial, anger, guilt, physical symptoms and eventually acceptance.
Discussion of self-transformation during caring for the loved one and after the loved one is lost. Open your heart and enter a peaceable place ready to face your suffering and accept love.
