Do I need a Letter of Instruction if I already have a valid Will? For most people, the process of drafting a Will is a challenge. Because it is a legal document some may feel that it is not personal enough and it does not always stipulate the...
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How do I deal with the loss of my adult child? Research has shown that the loss of a child causes more stress than any other loss that one can experience. Coping with the loss of an adult child can be somewhat different than dealing with the...
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When you have the final word. The word “eulogy” originated from the Greek word “eulogia” which means “praise” or “blessing.” The word is derived from the Greek roots “eu” (meaning...
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Should I consider grief counselling? The loss of a loved one is always a challenging situation to cope with, even when the loss is expected. There is no way to prepare to grieve and no “normal way” to grieve. As time passes, most people...
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Nearly one million people die by suicide each year worldwide. This means that every 40 seconds, the loss of a person who killed themselves shatters the lives of family and friends. For those that have been affected by a suicide (termed ‘suicide...
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Society often fails to acknowledge some types of grief, making it challenging to express your sadness or navigate the healing process. “Disenfranchised grief” is a term that refers to grief that is not recognised or accepted by society and...
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