Dealing with a recent death?
Start here
In the very early days of grief, at least the first six months, the most important thing is to look after yourself. Healing comes later. These posts are for right now.
Early days
Often I hear from people I know when they have just had a death in their lives - say within the last week - asking for my advice.
Early days
It takes active work to heal and this is something most people aren't ready for right after a death, when everything is at the surface and the experience can be very raw.
Early days
The only clear way for others to know how to help you is to tell them.
Early days
I spoke to a woman whose husband had just died. She said that no-one had told her what it might be like to watch him die.
Funerals & farewells
If you aren't happy with the way the funeral went for you, then do it again the way you wanted.
Funerals & farewells
The two most valuable things I have learnt about giving funeral speeches - one taught to me by each of my grandads.