Exploring the decision to get a new pet is not as easy as some people may think. Delve into the complexities and considerations, when all anyone wants to know or suggest is about “getting another one”.
Pet Grief and ‘Micro Losses’: Coping with Unexpected Sorrows
Pets are so ingrained into our lives, it’s not surprising that we deeply dread anticipated firsts like holidays and birthdays. But what about the small things? The micro losses.
The Bully Within: Confronting Guilt in Pet Loss
Guilt and regret are such heavy and pervasive emotions, especially in grief. Double especially in pet loss. I’ve always said that one of the hardest parts about grief is having this human brain. It can really go wild and convince us that whatever it’s conjuring up to make us feel bad, is the unquestionable truth.
12 Affirmations for Pet Loss and Grief
After pet loss, affirmations can displace negative thoughts, help overcome anxiety, and literally train your brain to be nicer to you.
Four Grief Clichés That Could Use a Makeover
Well-known expressions are not only easy for people to say and feel like they’re being supportive, but they can provide grievers something to aim for and can offer glimmers of hope. And hope is really important to hold on to. But there are a few of these catchphrases that activate something inside of me and elicit a serious ick factor.
Love, Grief and Senior Adoption. A Bittersweet Journey
When you’ve adopted a senior and you get four years together, everyone tells you how lucky you are. Such a paradox. Lucky to have gotten to love him for just four short years. My mind understands the logic, but my heart doesn’t comprehend.
5 Unexpected Grief Reactions You Might Experience Early in Pet Loss
Day one of grief, is a raw and unimaginable pain. I think when we experience physical pain, it’s easier for our brain to understand and make the connection – I got hurt and now I’m in pain. But when someone dies, it’s so surreal that our brain does not easily process it.