Receiving a terminal diagnosis is one of the most challenging and life-changing experiences a person can face. It brings a wave of emotions: fear, sadness, disbelief, and often a deep sense of uncertainty about what lies ahead. When receiving...
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When a loved one passes away, we are often thrown into an overwhelming blur of grief, decisions, and responsibilities. While we deal with the emotional weight of loss, there are many practical and legal matters that cannot wait, and for those...
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Reflections on life, grief, and what truly matters Grief often arrives like a quiet wave; unexpected, heavy, and hard to explain. Whether we’ve had time to prepare or the loss takes us completely by surprise, saying goodbye to someone we love...
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Practical Guidance in a Difficult Time When someone close to you passes away, it’s natural to feel a range of emotions, from shock and sadness to uncertainty. Alongside these feelings, there are also practical matters that need attention. This...
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It’s not uncommon for families to be spread across provinces, countries, and even continents. South Africans are no strangers to this reality; our loved ones often live far from home, making it difficult to gather in one place when we need each...
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Sonja Smith recently sat down with Christine Ferreira from Met Hart en Siel on Radio Pulpit, discussing a few aspects of saying goodbye to loved ones when they pass away. One of these aspects discussed was about helping children through the loss...
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