Grieving is an inherent part of change, and things are always changing. Grieving is therefore, an ever-present part of life. The intensity of our grief varies, rising and falling like waves in the ocean. It might feel less paralyzing or exhausting over time, but it does not keep reading …

When I first started the Dying In Mexico project, I posted in nearly all the expats-in-Mexico-type Facebook groups, asking around for someone, anyone, who would be willing to talk to me about death. I had a few responses from those looking forward to learning from these conversations, but little response from anyone willing to share. Brian was the first to say yes. It was whole-hearted. Keep reading…

Grief expert Dr. Alan Wolfelt teaches that when grieving, we can find peace by practicing the six needs of mourning. Mourning, Wolfet reminds us, is an outward expression of grief, while grief is an internal experience. So, how can we make space (and time) for healthy expressions keep reading…