Author: Ellary Allis


  • “lifetimes: The Beautiful Way to Explain Death To Children”A children's book on death that tells it like it is

    “lifetimes: The Beautiful Way to Explain Death To Children”
    A children’s book on death that tells it like it is

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  • “A person doesn’t die when he should, but when he can.”
    – Gabriel Garcia Marquez

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  • The Teaching of The Ancient Yew TreeHow this tree has come to symbolize death in pagan cultures

    The Teaching of The Ancient Yew Tree
    How this tree has come to symbolize death in pagan cultures

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  • Our Weekly Tip: Find a Grief Support GroupConnecting with others dealing with loss can be a important part of the grieving process

    Our Weekly Tip: Find a Grief Support Group
    Connecting with others dealing with loss can be a important part of the grieving process

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  • After the Psyche EscapesA look at burial customs in Ancient Greece

    After the Psyche Escapes
    A look at burial customs in Ancient Greece

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  • Ikipalin: The Dani Finger Amputation RitualThe Dani of New Guinea traditionally practiced finger amputation when mourning the loss of loved one

    Ikipalin: The Dani Finger Amputation Ritual
    The Dani of New Guinea traditionally practiced finger amputation when mourning the loss of loved one

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  • “Death, Society and the Human Experience”Robert J Kastenbaum's landmark text on the sociology of death and dying

    “Death, Society and the Human Experience”
    Robert J Kastenbaum’s landmark text on the sociology of death and dying

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  • Memorial Diamonds for a Diamond BurialSwiss company Algordanza will turn cremation ashes into man-made diamonds

    Memorial Diamonds for a Diamond Burial
    Swiss company Algordanza will turn cremation ashes into man-made diamonds

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  • Dealing with the Sleeplessness That Accompanies GriefAfter a major loss, it can be difficult to get a good night's sleep

    Dealing with the Sleeplessness That Accompanies Grief
    After a major loss, it can be difficult to get a good night’s sleep

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  • “A friend of mine stopped smoking, drinking, overeating, and chasing women — all at the same time. It was a lovely funeral.”
    – Unknown

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