“When someone you love dies, the world as you’ve known it is totally upended”. Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Dr. Kübler-Ross was credited with helping to open up discussions and the studying of death. She also contributed to better care of...
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Internationally, thousands of people are reported to be missing every year. Police statistics from 2000 to 2020 revealed that 94,252 people were reported missing in South Africa, of whom 16,151 were children. In 2013, a child went missing every...
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Being the bearer of bad news is always difficult, especially if it causes sadness and grief. Even professionals such as doctors who regularly have to inform families of a loved one’s death, don’t find this an easy task. It’s always...
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Nowadays more and more members of South African families live abroad, and not only do we miss them while they are living so far away, but it also makes dealing with their passing more difficult. It can be complicated, expensive, and traumatic to...
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If you are reading these words because you are planning the funeral of your loved one, it is my sincere wish that you will find some comfort and solace in your dealings with us. Maybe the death of your loved one is...
READ MOREOur Journey of Healing Grace workshops commenced 2 weeks ago. We took hands with Zelda Language, a Psychologist who experienced the trauma of baby loss herself and invited parents who suffered miscarriage/stillbirth/neonatal baby death to join...
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MY LIFE FILE On this, the last day of Januworry I can truly say the year is on wheels! Not just any wheels, FAST FORWARDING ROLLERBLADES! Did you use the holidays to rest, recharge or get organized? What will happen if you die...
READ MOREThe title of the article is difficult to contemplate. With all the other emotions you are feeling, dealing with the practicalities of death is unfamiliar and stressful. At Sonja Smith Funeral Group we are often asked about the choice...
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Will you know what to do when a loved one passes away in hospital? Your mind will be flooded with emotions and grief – hardly a time for logical, rational thought. In amongst all the machines, the medical staff, the other patients and your...
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We are all experiencing uncertainty and anxiety with the onslaught of the Corona virus pandemic, including Covid-19’s impact on death, families and funeral arrangements. Governments have taken extreme measures around the world to reduce...
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Parents often ask us how to help young children cope with death and for advice on how to explain the death of a loved one to their young children. Our instinct is to protect our children and to shield them from pain and sadness. However...
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You ask yourself “why should I see a doctor?” You’re healthy. You haven’t seen a doctor in years. You look after yourself and you are proud of your self-care. So, what’s wrong with this scenario? While it is wonderful that you are so...
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