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‘Hamnet’
A film about the loss of William Shakespeare’s son shows how differently couples can grieveWhile many films feature death and grief, they don’t always seem to fully understand the concepts. Filmmaking often simplifies and embellishes such subjects, but the 2025 film “Hamnet” by Chloé […]
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“Helen’s Birds”
A wordless graphic novel about an intergenerational friendship and a young girl’s experience with loss and griefDuring the grief journey, words sometimes seem like too much. Conversely, they might feel like they’re not quite enough to grasp the emotions of love and loss. Viewing loss through […]
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Can You Be Buried With Your Pet?
How whole-family cemeteries make it possibleDespite the fact that many Americans consider their pets to be valued members of their family, it is not a common practice for humans and pets to be buried together. […]
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What is a Celebrant? (Interview)
A professional “celebrant” names the key ingredients for a successful memorialCelebrants are nondenominational professionals who help meet the ceremonial and spiritual needs of families, most commonly called upon for weddings and memorials. As a highly respected celebrant, Irene Kane creates […]
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Will AI “Deadbots” Change How We Grieve?
Reaching out beyond the grave using AIThe rise of conversational AI tools has led to a “digital-afterlife industry” already valued in the billions, promising to replace the dead and the way they are remembered. The philosophical […]
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“Take this Body Home”
How one song captures the complexities of grief, love, and the meaning of “home” at life’s endWhen Rose Betts’s mother asked her to write a funeral song for her grandfather, she wasn’t sure how she was going to do it. Her family was estranged from him, […]
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Our Monthly Tip: Easter-Inspired Theme for Child’s Memorial
For some, allusions to spring and rebirth might be comforting after the death of a childOur Tip of the Month An Easter–inspired memorial can provide a gentle, hopeful framework for honoring the life of a child while acknowledging profound grief. Because Easter centers themes of […]
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33 Quotes about Dying
Words on mortality, meaning, and what it means to truly liveAcross cultures and generations, writers, philosophers, and spiritual leaders have reflected on what it means to “die well,” offering words that comfort, challenge, and inspire. Some emphasize dignity and acceptance, […]
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