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This blog will allow you the opportunity to acquire both support and guidance after experiencing a significant loss.

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War Israel Children Kids Talk Grief Emotional

17 Ways to Support Kids During Times of War

The news out of Israel is heartbreaking and a reminder of how dangerous our world can be. At times like this, it is challenging for many parents to talk to their kids about war and conflict. How can you explain global conflict without causing too much emotional pain? 

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  • Oct 10, 2023
  • Allison James Henry
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Emotional pain healing trauma crisis loss death support

Grief is a Weird Word

When I came to Grief Recovery for the first time, I was 18 years old.

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  • Sep 25, 2023
  • Cole James
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Children Kids Grief Loss Support Nashville School Shooting

Helping Children: School Shootings and Grief

When most people think of Nashville, TN, they think of Music City, the Grand Ole Opry, and the Country Music Hall of Fame. That changed on Monday, March 27, when three children and three adults were killed during a tragic shooting at The Covenant School.  

 

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  • Mar 31, 2023
  • Allison James Henry
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Grief Certification Professional Training Recovery

How to Choose A Grief Certification Course

The Grief Recovery Institute has been around for 40 years. We've been doing the certification training for about 30 years. There is more competition now than ever in terms of certifications with grief, which is a good thing. 

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  • Feb 15, 2023
  • Cole James
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Holiday Grief Loss Expectation

Grief and Expectations During the Holidays by Lois

The holidays are supposed to be a happy time, but let's be honest - many of us are grieving this time of year, and it's not just about death, divorce, or job loss. Everyone has issues, so let's discuss hopes, dreams, expectations, changes, and choices. 

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  • Dec 21, 2022
  • Lois Hall, MS
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Covid Grief Loss Healing Recovery Grief Education

Covid, Grief and Healing

Covid. I am so over it. It's been two and a half long years. I'm done. I'm tired. I'm exhausted. I am fed up. I am still scared. I am shocked and surprised. How many more feeling words can I find to talk about Covid? 

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  • Oct 21, 2022
  • Lois Hall, MS
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Celebrity grief loss Queen Elizabeth

Grieving the Death of Queen Elizabeth II

Do you remember the first time you heard about the death of a celebrity you loved like President John F.

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  • Sep 09, 2022
  • Allison James Henry
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Grief Family Support Helpful Mother's Day Adoption Miscarriage

How to Help Someone Who is Heartbroken on Mother's Day

When some people think of Mother’s Day they think of huge family gatherings full of colorful flowers, warm smiles, and boisterous laughter.

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  • May 05, 2022
  • Allison James Henry
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Prolonged Grief Disorder Loss Pain Recovery program

The DSM-5's Designation of Prolonged Grief Disorder Will Hurt People

 

Have you ever felt an intense yearning, longing, or preoccupation when someone close to you has died? Did it cause you distress, or did you have difficulty functioning?

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  • Apr 04, 2022
  • Allison James Henry
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