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“The Craft of Dying: The Modern Face of Death”
A book questioning whether a “happy death” is an achievable goal in today’s societyInitially published in 1978, the 40th anniversary edition of “The Craft of Dying” by Lyn H. Lofland remains a relevant resource today. The book is a thoughtful exploration of sociological perspectives on the concept of a happy death or peaceful passings and afterlife. Lofland identifies, critiques, and theorizes a surge of 1970s death social movements…
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“Hallelujah”
A stripped-down ballad speaks of female friendshipIn 2019, Haim, the pop rock band made up of three sisters from California, released the song “Hallelujah.” This acoustic ballad speaks of the loss of a female friend, specifically of the youngest sister, Alana. The Haim song is not a cover of Leonard Cohen’s famous piece, but an original, emotional song that expresses the…
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After Nearly Three Years, Who Is Dying From COVID Now?
A look at how COVID-19 deaths have shifted in recent monthsAs we approach almost three years of the COVID-19 pandemic, it feels both like this virus has haunted us for decades and as if it was just yesterday that shutdowns, masks, and quarantine pods became a part of our reality. There have been over 1.2 million confirmed COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. since February 2020,…
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How Virtual Reality Can Help You Make Peace With Death
How virtual reality and technology are changing the way we see life and deathDeath is nothing short of humanity’s most palpable, inescapable fear — but we’re starting to find some loopholes. Enter: virtual reality.
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Peacocks Symbolize Rebirth and Renewal
Many cultures revere these majestic birds as spirit guidesWhen a majestic male peacock fans his feathers and struts his stuff, we take notice. Peacocks exude an air of confidence; they are true to themselves. Some cultures revere these majestic birds as a good omen, believing they bare prophetic significance. Their images are strongly associated with Gods, royalty and immortality.
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“Grieving While Black”
A book arguing for a more expansive understanding of griefIn “Grieving While Black,” Breeshia Wade invites the reader to explore the ways that grief and a desire to prevent loss pervade our world and cause division. She writes as a Black woman who was raised Southern Baptist but is now Buddhist, and intertwines her experiences as a hospital chaplain with theoretical explanations of the…
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The Dead People’s Group Offers Support to Grieving Millennials
The group offers a safe virtual space where grieving 20 and 30-somethings can talk about deathThe Dead People’s Group is a safe virtual space where 20 and 30-somethings gather to grieve, to heal. The group was founded in 2020 by Bre Metcalf-Oshinsky, who lost her mother to cancer at age 16. She says a high school bereavement group was the only place she felt fully understood. The teens called it…
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Our Annual Seven Holiday Gifts for Someone Who Is Grieving, 2022 Edition
Here are some lovely presents for the person in your life who has experienced a lossHolidays can be a challenging time for a person who is grieving the loss of a loved one. They may miss their loved one even more during this time of the year. Traditions and special moments may feel like they’ll never be the same or hold the same warmth and tenderness. Their hearts may ache…
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