Pet Grief and ‘Micro-Losses’: Coping with Unexpected Sorrows
Pets are so ingrained into our lives, itās not surprising that we deeply dread anticipated firsts like holidays and birthdays. But what about the small things? The micro losses.
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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. Iāve 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 itās conjuring up to make us feel bad, is the unquestionable truth.Ā
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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.
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Unique At-Home Bucket List Ideas for an Aging or Sick Pet
Bucket lists are fun and meaningful. But sometimes we need a list for the ones that canāt adventure or walk as well anymore. Who have lost some of their senses, but still have others. This list is for pets but itās for us pet parents too.
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Four Grief ClichƩs That Could Use a Makeover
Well-known expressions are not only easy for people to say and feel like theyāre 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.
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Love, Grief and Senior Adoption. A Bittersweet Journey
When youāve 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 doesnāt comprehend.
