Unlocking Grief I recently heard someone describe moving forward after loss as “Unlocking Grief.” That phrase stayed with me. Losing a wife is one of the most traumatic experiences a man can face. As with any trauma, your personality plays a big role continue Reading...

When a widowed father finds happiness in his first new relationship, hopefully his adult children will be supportive. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. I recently saw the movie version of “Middle of the Night,’ an adaption of an early Paddy continue Reading...

Understanding Grief: An Individual Journey Grieving is not a permanent state following a major life stress. Instead, it is the body’s natural way of coping with overwhelming shock after losing a loved one. Some religions prescribe specific behaviors continue Reading...

3 Ways to Survive Grief During the Holidays The days are dark now here in the northern hemisphere. For those grieving lost loved ones, the coming gray of winter often matches our feelings better than the gatherings and gifts of the holiday season. Th continue Reading...

The other day I was having lunch with a friend and overheard a conversation between two gentlemen, one of whom was obviously a recent widower. He was lamenting the fact that since his wife died his income was cut almost in half.  He also confided to continue Reading...

Men and Women Feel Grief Similarly—But Show It Differently In feminist literature today, there is a strong emphasis on how men and women are more alike than different. On some level, I agree. Both men and women often feel the same emotions after losi continue Reading...

The Holidays Without Her The loss of your wife takes on a whole new meaning around the holidays. How does a widower move forward without his loved one to reflect on the holiday’s purpose, without sharing good conversation, without celebrating love an continue Reading...