Can Grief Make Us Do Illegal Things?
Imagine a son’s grief so devastating that he would steal his dad’s casket from the cemetery with plans to bring him back to life through prayer. This is a story...
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How to Talk to Children and Teens About the Newton, CT, Tragedy
NFDA is pleased to share with you an article written by renowned grief expert Dr. Alan Wolfelt about last week's tragic events in Newtown, Conn. The article provides...
Dr. Wolfelt: Listen to the Music of the Past, to Dance into the Future
Guest article from: MySendOff.com “A well-planned funeral also helps you know ‘what to do’ when you do not know what to do.” – Dr. Alan D. Wolfelt, from Understanding Your...
40 Things To Say Before You Die
Originally appeared on Forbes.com Before you’re sprawled on your deathbed, there are some things you really have to say. They’re not complicated. They’re not poetry. They’re just short...
The Online Funeral, Whats Your Opinion?
The following article appeared on the Wall Street Journal blog Tuesday. It offers an interesting perspective on the experience of attending an funeral online. The conversation around this topic will...
The 8 "Must Dos" Of Funeral Planning
Article from: Huffington Post Little is more heart-wrenchingly difficult than the task of: FUNERAL PLANNING Most people in the bereavement industry are compassionate individuals who truly care about...