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Written by: A. Won Whether in early adulthood, or in your fourties, you probably have a relative who places a lot of value on procreation. They want you to have kids, and the pressure is annoying at best, stifling at worst. Year after year, the dreaded quest...

Written by: C. Beck During conversations at the dinner table, there’s usually one family member who crosses the line from constructive criticism to bullying. Especially if it’s not directed towards you, you may overlook or feel out of place pointing out this ...

Written by: S. Inc. Have you noticed family’s questions tend to be extra prying? For instance, every aunt feels entitled to the intimate details of your relationship status. They ask “Why are you single?” which makes you ask… “Why am I single?” It’s a recipe...

Written by: M. Stanica You’ve snagged a special someone to enjoy all the couples’ activities with – Valentine’s Day, etc. But now you’re also taking the next step – you’re going to meet the in-laws, or your significant other’s family, for the first time. Cou...

Written by: M. Stanica Body shaming by our relatives? Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there – men and women alike. You open the door for Aunt Sharon before dinner and are immediately met with comments about your body: “Did you lose weight?!” “Did you gain...

Written by: N. Leonard Are you missing a loved one?  When the pain sharpens in the middle of daily life, how do you cope? It’s not realistic to ignore grief’s crushing force, so what can you do? Reflect on Your Experience When you’re in the grieving process...

Written by: C. Beck Contrary to popular belief, the stages of grief don’t come one-at-a-time, in a predictable order. Part of why grief feels so messy, is that we may experience its conflicting stages at once.  Feel less overwhelmed by the flood of emotions,...

Written by: C. Beck Grieving is known to take a long time. So, why does prolonged grief disorder exist? And what distinguishes it from normal grief? What is prolonged grief disorder, and why does the concept exist in the first place? Prolonged grief disorde...

Written by: C. Beck Dealing with grief involves feeling your feelings, accessing tangible and emotional support, and using the resources available to you. Here is a list of resources to help you find the help you need. General grief resources These leads be...

Written by: C. Beck Grief can overwhelm your usual coping mechanisms. How and why does this happen? And to what extent should you accept your difficulty in coping? Why can grief make it harder to cope? Grief necessitates effective coping mechanisms, but it ...

Written by: C. Beck Trauma and difficult past experiences can have mental health consequences through no fault of your own. It’s worth grieving the connection. Having a difficult past plays a major role in many adult mental health struggles. Past experiences...

Written by: S. Rainne Research suggests that journaling can have a positive impact on mental health and may be of aid to those who endure life challenges. Use these journal prompts for grief and healing to get to a better place. Why journal for grief?  Grie...

Written by: S. Rainne It can be hard to talk about grief, even when you know you need to. Why is this the case? How can you work through what makes grief difficult to discuss? And what can you do if you end up in a spot where you have to tend to others’ grief...

Written by: S. Rainne Grief takes time, but it isn’t never-ending. You will eventually move forward. That said, what if everything feels dark and you can’t imagine a world where it gets better? If you feel stuck, what can you do to start healing your grief? ...

Written by: S. Rainne When you hear the word “grief,” you may primarily picture tears and sadness. However, grief can actually entail a number of different stages and symptoms–some of which we don’t always expect or recognize. There’s no single description fo...

Written by: S. Rainne Your coworker is grieving. What can you do? When anyone experiences grief, it can be tough to know what to say. Different people have different needs when they face grief. Also, the unique relationship between coworkers can vary in leve...

Written by: R. Richardson What is disenfranchised grief, and why does it matter how others respond to your mourning? “Disenfranchised grief” definition Disenfranchised grief occurs when others don’t see your experience as grief-worthy. The term refers to gr...

Written by: C. Beck When you or a loved one receive a difficult diagnosis, you naturally think about how it impacts your future. You might find yourself longing for the days when you knew (or didn’t know) what came next. Or you might be grappling with the kno...

Written by: C. Beck You may wonder how to process, cope, and otherwise get through grief when you lose someone close to you. These unique grief tips are designed to help you manage difficult times. When the usual grief tips just aren’t enough… …You may feel...

Written by: L. Sanchez Grief isn’t reserved just for actual deaths. Rather, grief can arise in any situation where there is a loss–or even just the potential for loss. You might be coming to terms with a loved one’s poor prognosis, or you may have lost someon...