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Stages of Grief
The “stages” of grief are neither tidy nor controllable. Those who grieve walk a lonely, deeply personal path. Not a traditional advice column, Stages of Grief offers safety, anonymity, and friendship.
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Photo: Seoul War Memorial, courtesy Danleo
Part 2, Before going further: What forgiveness is not
Forgiving the dead may be illogical, but it is never stupid. Published 4:43 p.m. May 24, 2011 - Comments
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Death and forgiveness: Part 1
Forgiveness is a deliberately illogical personal decision with a beneficial outcome. Published 10:35 a.m. May 18, 2011 - Comments
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An exercise for dealing with grief: Meditating on loss by invoking the spirit
It’s possible to meditate and receive comfort in the midst of lingering grief. Published 6:35 p.m. May 10, 2011 - Comments
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Grieving and Loss: The Importance of Names
Mentioning the name of a recently deceased loved one in ordinary conversation: Is it helpful or harmful? Published 2:55 p.m. May 1, 2011 - Comments
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Grieving the Death of a Pet
Grief over the death of a pet deserves respectful attention. Published 8:24 p.m. April 21, 2011 - Comments
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A grief unobserved: Our own mortality
The death of Walter Breuning, the oldest man in the world, prompts thoughts about our own longevity. Published 3:09 p.m. April 15, 2011 - Comments
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Funeral preparations: How to choose a eulogist
After a death, unanticipated and agonizing decisions demand your attention. One of them may be asking a eulogist to speak. Published 5:49 p.m. April 8, 2011 - Comments
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Grief is not rocket science: It’s harder
How does a highly trained, logical mind deal with grief and loss? Published 2:53 p.m. March 20, 2011 - Comments
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Platitudes? What to say when you don't know what to say
Nobody cares how original or profound you are at a funeral. Intent is all that matters. Published 2:48 p.m. February 22, 2011 - Comments
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When's Daddy coming back?
The loss of a parent brings unimaginable hardship. Helping your child deal with the death of your spouse. Published 5:24 p.m. February 13, 2011 - Comments
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