by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “When words are inadequate, have a ritual.” — Author Unknown Rituals are symbolic activities that help us, together with our families and friends, express […]| Center for Loss & Life Transition
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. If you are in the midst of planning a funeral, you may be feeling overwhelmed right now. Many details must be attended to. Many […]| Center for Loss & Life Transition
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. The death of someone loved changes our lives forever. And the movement from the “before” to the “after” is almost always a long, painful […]| Center for Loss & Life Transition
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. A friend or family member has died of a drug overdose. Death and grief are always hard, but when someone dies from drug use, […]| Center for Loss & Life Transition
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “There is no right response to death. You make it up as you go along.” – Joan Connor On your journey through the wilderness […]| Center for Loss & Life Transition
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “Mourning never really ends. Only as time goes on, it erupts less frequently.” How do you ever find your way out of the wilderness […]| Center for Loss & Life Transition
Sometimes, words aren't enough. That's where rituals and traditions come in. Read more to learn how rituals can help you heal after loss.| Funeral Basics
Did you can you can personalize the location of a funeral? You can! Read this article to learn more about choosing a meaningful location!| Funeral Basics
Would you like to personalize the gathering following a loved one's funeral service? Check out this informative article for helpful ideas!| Funeral Basics
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Though you should reach out to others as you do the work of mourning, you should not feel obligated to accept the unhelpful responses […]| Center for Loss & Life Transition
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “In every heart there is an inner room, where we can hold our greatest treasures and our deepest pain.” — Marianne Williamson Sadness is […]| Center for Loss & Life Transition