This is a short episode to about joining the conversation around mental health in honor of #BellLetsTalk Day January 31, 2018. So many people either suffer in silence themselves or they know someone who is afraid to seek help for mental health issues. The more people that join the conversation, the less stigma there will […]
10 Things to do for Mother’s Day if Your Mom is Gone.
Every single Mother’s Day for the last 35 years have all had 1 thing in common for me; I was able to talk to my mom and wish her a happy Mother’s Day. This year will be different, my first without her. I have been in a really optimistic mood lately but everyone tells me […]
Why I’m lucky my mom was diagnosed as terminally ill
I realize that I am incredibly lucky that my mom was diagnosed with a terminal illness. I am sure that sounds funny to the ear but it’s true. I didn’t say I’m lucky that my mom got terminally ill or that she died due to a terminal illness. I am profoundly fortunate that I was […]
Resources for dealing with grief
Grief is a deeply personal emotion, there are many resources available. Below is a list of articles and websites I have found helpful. Please feel free to add resources that have helped you: Dealing with a family member who is terminally ill What to Expect When Your Parent is Dying ~The Globe and Mail Dealing […]
