EricsHouse founder, Marianne Gouveia, shares her story and healing guidance in “A Grief Perspective on Suicide: A Mother’s Insights.” Marianne writes about the complexities of suicide loss, exploring your emotions, realms of grief, and how to...
Animals and Grief Part I: According to World Animal Foundation 86.9 Million U.S. households share their lives with an animal, it is no wonder that much has been written about animals and grief. In this three-part series, we will first explore how animals help us move...
When your parent is in pain, you want to offer support and comfort, but if your parent is suffering because his or her spouse died, how can you help when you’re overcome with your own intense feelings of grief from losing a parent? Offering empathy and encouragement...
When we’re deep in grief, healthy nutritional choices can not only be unattractive but they can be overwhelming. With so many decisions to make after a loss and the complex emotions attached to each one, the conscious decision of what to eat, when, and how much...
In times of emotional upheaval and grief, our bodies are also affected. Why? There are many important functions of the body set up to protect us from real and perceived danger. When we are stressed, the nervous system, the hormonal system, the organ system, and the...
Losing a sibling changes your world in a heartbeat. Bonds are shattered, future events like birthdays and holidays will never be the same, a void is created that is impossible to ever be filled again. There is also guilt. You ask yourself, “what could I have done...
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