Complicated Grief

How will I cope if my husband dies?

A reader asks this painful question and I attempt a two-fold response

Oct 18 •

[B]old Women: Has grief changed your self-concept?

Losing both of my parents in the past 18 months has opened up so many questions about them as people, about their role in our relationship, abou…

Sep 13 •

Please don't say "Sorry for your loss"

A complicated relationship with my dad has led to complicated grief.

Jun 14 •

How I lost my mom long before she died

At 72, I am finally finding forgiveness for my mother... and myself.

Mar 22 •

Behind The Scenes with Steven Petrow

The bestselling author talks about how his sister, Julie Petrow, chose to end her life using Medical Aid In Dying

Mar 8 •

The complicated vigil for my declining dad

My feelings are mixed as my 92yo father dwindles.

Nov 3, 2023 •

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