Grief is not something we move through in a straight line. It does not follow a predictable timeline or respond well to pressure. It expands, contracts, resurfaces, and often asks more of us than we feel capable of giving. In a culture that tends to...
By David Ernst, LCSW When we lose someone or something, or something bad happens to us, the loss happens in a singular moment in time in the past. However, the effects of the loss continue to live on through us, in our emotions, thoughts, views,...
Written By: David Ernst, LCSW While working through grief and loss, sometimes it can seem that there is not a good understanding from others about what it actually feels like in the moment. It can vary person to person, but there are common ways to...
For many people, the holidays are about spending time with loved ones. But for those who have suffered a recent loss, the holidays can be painful and isolating. Here are some ways you can cope with the holidays after a loss: Recognize You are Not...