Suicide Sucks
Posted on July 9, 2021 - by Jenny Landon
Funeral After a Suicide April 29, 2016— Minneapolis, MN After what had been a week of gray, rainy, cold days, it felt amazing to feel the sunshine again. It should […]
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Using Linking Objects on Mother’s Day
Posted on May 1, 2021 - by Harriet Hodgson
“I’ve come to see the flag,” she declared. The flag waved outside a rehabilitation floor window. The woman parked her walker, sat down, and peered at the flag. “Look at […]
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Impact of Both Parents’ Deaths
Posted on October 12, 2020 - by Susan Berger
This is an excerpt from The Five Ways We Grieve, by Susan Berger, available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon: Although I have been an orphan for more than half […]
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When Grief Resurfaces: How News of the Coronavirus Brings Back Anxiety About Death
Posted on February 3, 2020 - by Gloria Horsley
The news about the rapid spread of the Coronavirus, including quarantines and regularly updated statistics about the dead and the infected, is enough to cause anyone anxiety. However, we recently […]
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A Southern Baptist Family’s First Cremation
Posted on August 31, 2019 - by Tracey Wallace
By 2040, they say more than 80% of Americans will be cremated. Also, more than 53% of us choose that over burial. And while for some this may seem normal […]
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21-Year-Old Wonders How to Deal With Pain of Mother-Loss
Posted on January 22, 2019 - by Carol O'Dell
Sally from California asks: I lost my mother two months back. I’m 21, the elder child and suddenly feel that my world has been turned upside down. I’m studying away […]
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From the Ashes of my Father’s Death
Posted on January 9, 2019 - by Emily Kil
(Contributing writer Emily Kil co-wrote this article with her husband based on his childhood experience.) A 9-year old boy should be playing with friends, going to school, and making lifetime […]
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Dr. Benjamin Perkus: Aroma Therapy For Grief
Posted on July 8, 2021 - by admin
Looking for ideas on dealing with recurring grief trauma? Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley in a conversation with Dr. Benjamin Perkus and learn how using essential oils can […]
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What will Father’s Day Look Like this Year?
Posted on June 20, 2021 - by admin
Are you someone who has lost your father and wondering what will Father’s Day look like this year. Perhaps you are stressed about the upcoming holiday,Dr. Heidi and Dr. Gloria […]
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Julie Ryan: Exploring Loss and Intuitive Skills
Posted on June 10, 2021 - by admin
Are you interested in developing and validating your intuitive capabilities? Join Julie Ryan businesswoman, inventor, podcaster and author in a discussion of how Psychic and Medical Intuitive skills can be […]
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Sharon Neff: Finding Hope Again
Posted on May 20, 2021 - by admin
Wondering how to keep it together when loss comes around again? Join Sharon Neff bereaved daughter and spouse for messages of hope. Her blog is Travails and Conquer and she […]
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Claire Willis: Grief An Invitation to Grow
Posted on May 13, 2021 - by admin
Are you looking to find your way from loss to peace? Buddhist Chaplin Clare Willis will give you ideas and practices to help you navigate the grieving process. She is […]
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Janice Nadeau: Finding Balance Inside and Outside After a Loss
Posted on April 29, 2021 - by admin
Janice Nadeau, Ph.D, is a psychologist, marriage and family therapist, nurse and author of Families Making Sense of Death. She has been active in the loss and grief field for […]
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Mother’s Day: Honoring Our Deceased Mothers
Posted on April 26, 2021 - by admin
Mothers are important people in our lives no matter the quality of our relationship. Upcoming holidays can be unsettling, especially if you have recently lost your mother or you continue […]
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Allison Gilbert Surviving Grief Anxiety
Posted on April 22, 2021 - by admin
Allison Gilbert is the author of several books including, Passed and Present: Keeping Memories of Loved Ones Alive. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street […]
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Hope Edelman: After Grief are You Over it?
Posted on April 15, 2021 - by admin
Hope Edelman is the author of eight nonfiction books, including the bestsellers Motherless Daughters and Motherless Mothers. She has been a sought-after speaker and workshop leader in the bereavement field […]
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Tony L Sheppard, Psy D: Children and the Grief Complications
Posted on April 1, 2021 - by admin
Are you concerned about how your child is coping with grief? Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley in an interview with Dr. Tony Sheppard psychologist in private practice and […]
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Sharon S. Ehlers Dealing With Grief On A Daily Basis
Posted on March 18, 2021 - by admin
Struggling with grief? Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley in an interview with Sharon Ehlers founder of Grief Reiki® – award-winning Author, Grief Educator, Death Midwife and Reiki Master […]
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Romi Lessig Kids and Grief Buddies
Posted on March 11, 2021 - by admin
Romi Lessig is the board chair for Camp Agape Bereavement Camp outside Austin. Since 2010, she has been a “buddy” at summer kid’s camp and facilitator at fall family camp. […]
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Shelby Forsythia: Permission To Grieve
Posted on February 25, 2021 - by admin
Isn’t it time you gave yourself permission to grieve? Join Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley and Shelby Forsythia to discuss parent loss and the world of grief and […]
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Mary York: How Butterflies Transform Grief
Posted on February 4, 2021 - by admin
Mary York, MA, has served in executive leadership roles within healthcare/education sectors throughout her career. Her interest in grief and loss began years ago and remains integral to her […]
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Alesia K. Alexander: Saying Goodbye to Mommy or Daddy
Posted on December 3, 2020 - by admin
Wondering how to deal with children who have lost a parent? This is a not to be missed show with Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley and Alesia K. Alexander, […]
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Dr. Heidi and Dr. Gloria Horsley: Avoiding Thanksgiving Grief Blues
Posted on November 19, 2020 - by admin
Feeling stressed about upcoming holidays? Join Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley for tips and tools on handling special days during stressful times. https://www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Dr.-Heidi-and-Dr.-Gloria-Horsley-Avoiding-Thanksgiving-Grief-Blues.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | […]
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Jennifer A. O’Brien: Forever Changed But Still Here
Posted on October 15, 2020 - by admin
Having lost her only sibling, mother, and most recently her husband, Jennifer O’Brien encourages compassionate, real conversation about caregiving and end of life through her book, The Hospice Doctor’s Widow: […]
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Chelsea Hanson: Happiness After Loss Is It A Choice?
Posted on August 27, 2020 - by admin
Are you afraid you will never be happy again? Join Chelsea Hanson, a leading grief expert and educator, who will discuss “joy blocks” and ways to overcome them. Chelsea presents […]
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HealGrief, home of Actively Moving Forward (AMF): Grief in the Digital World…How do we embrace it?
Posted on July 8, 2020 - by admin
The International Day of Hope and Healing After Loss, this is a first-of-a-kind, virtual experience bringing together major organizations and leaders in the field devoted to supporting the bereaved. Our […]
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Dr. Robin F. Goodman: Talking to Bereaved Kids About Coronavirus
Posted on May 5, 2020 - by admin
Are you wondering how to support bereaved children during these disruptive times? Join psychologist and family expert Dr. Robin F. Goodman for advice and support. Robin has done extensive research […]
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Pamela Gabbay : Supporting Families Through Times of Crisis
Posted on March 28, 2020 - by admin
Wondering how to support your kids in times of crisis? Pamela Gabbay Doctor of Education, Family Therapist and co-author of Understanding and Supporting Bereaved Children is full of information and […]
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Coronavirus Brings Up Death Fears
Posted on March 2, 2020 - by admin
My husband says I am being paranoid about the Coronavirus as I refuse to go to any place where there are crowds. My mother died when I was 13 of […]
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It All Starts With Self Care with Nichole Stangel
Posted on February 27, 2020 - by admin
Nichole Stangel, MA, MS, LPC, NCC, CT, is the Bereavement Coordinator/CISM Coordinator at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. Chair of the Southeast WI Grief Network, a leader and educator for Traumatic […]
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Parenting Teens Through the Grief Process with John Duffy
Posted on January 30, 2020 - by admin
Dr. John Duffy is a clinical psychologist specializing in parenting, teens and relationships. He is a nationally-known speaker, podcaster, radio personality and media expert. His new best-selling book, “Parenting the […]
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Actively Moving Forward with Kiri Meyer
Posted on December 12, 2019 - by admin
Kiri Meyer MS, LPC, NCC, is a licensed Child and Family Therapist in Wisconsin, Director of Programming for Actively Moving Forward, a HealGrief.org program, and founder of StarBright Grief Guidance […]
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Honoring My Dad with Niles Finch
Posted on October 24, 2019 - by admin
Niles Finch is an actor and Celebrity Ambassador for a CaringHand and is spokesperson for Katie’s Club. In 2013 Niles’ father, Frederick, was diagnosed with lupus nephritis and passed away […]
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Parent Loss and Life Transitions with Dayna W. Deaton
Posted on October 17, 2019 - by admin
On this show Dayna Deaton discusses her father’s death and the difficult transitions for adults losing a parent. Dana is bringing her diverse background to integral life coaching. She is […]
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Adult Parent Loss with Mike Kravinsky
Posted on September 26, 2019 - by admin
In 2010, after 29 years with ABC News in Washington, D.C., editor and technical director Mike Kravinsky embarked on a new career in narrative filmmaking. Kravinsky has received both an […]
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Self-Compassion and Balance with Mackenzie Studebaker
Posted on September 5, 2019 - by admin
Mackenzie is a poet, memoirist, dedicated yoga practitioner and trauma-informed yoga teacher to many diverse communities. She has a particular affinity and skill for working with teens. Her teaching philosophy […]
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Understanding Mother Loss and Anxiety with Claire Bidwell Smith
Posted on August 29, 2019 - by admin
Claire Bidwell Smith is a licensed therapist specializing in grief and the author of several books about grief and loss. The Rules of Inheritance was a Barnes & Noble Discover […]
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Recovering From Grief and Achieving Authenticity with Danita Ogandaga
Posted on August 22, 2019 - by admin
Danita Ogandaga is a Social Worker turned authority on grief and restoration after the death of both her parents. She teaches on the orphan spirit, emotional healing and overcoming obstacles. […]
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Support After the Death of a Husband with Juli Friedman
Posted on August 2, 2019 - by admin
At The National Alliance for Grieving Children, 23rd Annual Symposium on Children’s Grief; Juli Friedman talks about finding support for she and her son after the death of her husband. […]
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Honoring Your Grief with Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley
Posted on July 11, 2019 - by admin
Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi discuss the different ways people grieve and respecting your grief style as well as the grief styles of others. https://www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Honoring-Your-Grief-with-Dr.-Gloria-and-Dr.-Heidi-Horsley.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | […]
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You Are Not Alone in Grief with Lisa A Fife
Posted on July 2, 2019 - by admin
At The National Alliance for Grieving Children, 23rd Annual Symposium on Children’s Grief; Lisa A Fife explains that you are not alone in your grief, other’s have been there too […]
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Daniel Kenner: Room For Grace
Posted on June 20, 2019 - by admin
Daniel Kenner is an actor, playwright and co-author of the newly published, Room for Grace. Through anecdotes and hard-earned lessons, a family tackles challenge after challenge and reframes daily struggles […]
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Why Join A Grief Group with Dr. Heidi Horsley and Dr. Gloria Horsley
Posted on June 18, 2019 - by admin
On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley discuss the positive benefits that can be gained by joining a grief group whether it is professionally or peer lead. […]
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Don’t Ask Me To Get Over Grief with Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley
Posted on April 23, 2019 - by admin
It will be 2 years ago in April when my son died. He drank a lot and that drinking caused his heart to become weak and in the night it […]
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Carrie Pike: When Do You Clean Out The Closet?
Posted on April 18, 2019 - by admin
Carrie pike is the creator of Carrie Bears, a company passionate about helping others through their grief process by making bears out of a loved ones clothing. For almost 20 […]
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Lynda Fishman: Grief and Repairing Your Rainbows
Posted on March 21, 2019 - by admin
Meet Lynda Fishman, author of Repairing Rainbows and survivor of an unspeakable tragedy. When Lynda was 13, her mother and two sisters were killed in a plane crash. Her father […]
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Help I am Grieving! Support for young adults ages 18-25 with Fran Solomon
Posted on February 7, 2019 - by admin
Fran Solomon never imagined she’d find herself in the field of death & dying. After triggering events brought episodes of deep grief, Fran refocused her energy into a quest for […]
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Episode 178: The Whys and Hows of Grief Support
Posted on December 15, 2019 - by admin
On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview ADEC President, Dr. Phyllis Kosminsky and former ADEC President, Dr. Jon Reid, about getting back to life, after the death […]
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Episode 173: Life Without My Dad
Posted on September 25, 2019 - by admin
On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley talk with Carrie Pike, Anne Castaldo, and Barbara Redfield about life without their Dad’s. Carrie Pike, is the founder of Carrie […]
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Episode 159: Navigating Life After Parent Loss
Posted on March 8, 2019 - by admin
On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley explore navigating life after parent loss. Guests include Paul Alexander, singer, songwriter, and psychotherapist, and Daniel Kenner, actor, playwright, and co-author […]
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