Día de Muertos and the Power of Shared Grief Rituals
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 …
Is Being a Good Neighbor a Matter of Life and Death?
The other day, I came across a research study that looked at what is most predictive of survival after a natural disaster. This particular study examined several factors: who was present in the worst of the disaster’s path, what types of emergency services people had access to, but keep reading…
Spanish Words and Phrases for End of Life
When we first learn to speak Spanish the lessons are typically centered on how to introduce ourselves to strangers, order food at a restaurant, or ask where the bathroom is. I’ve yet to see a Spanish language lesson that focuses on how to talk about end of life, but why not keep reading…