I’ve had a lot more practice at coping and problem solving than I’ve had at trusting anyone, God included. So I suffer from depression, and I may suffer for the rest of my life. The suffering comes from a lack of trust and searching in vain for ways to be self-sufficient.
Read More »Let’s Grieve Together. With It Comes Hope, Endurance, Humanity
The Faith Leaders and Leaders of Conscience of Eastern Washington and North Idaho (FLLC) have begun Grieving Together Vigils that will be held from 6 - 6:30 p.m each Tuesday throughout October.
Read More »Making Friends With Grief
Do you find yourself dreading holiday seasons like Christmas because you don’t want your grieving memories to “ruin” the holiday? If I may be so bold: consider an alternative way of dealing with your grief this Christmas.
Read More »How Do We Live Up to The Legacy of Our Grandmothers?
In all the leaps forward we’re supposed to have made, I have far less stability than my grandmother. I have often wondered how to live up to the legacy of my grandmother.
Read More »Ask A Buddhist: On Grieving
While we may know intellectually that all things are impermanent and that every living being dies, most of us are shocked and anguished when the inevitable comes to pass.
Read More »Faith and Values: In grief, a chance to set aside differences
I thought I’d tell you about my 15 years as a religion reporter and why I chose this peculiar and remarkable path. And I will, eventually. But on Aug. 28 my grandma died. And now my mind is drowning in grief and angst.
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