Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day
Those who mourn face all the usual seasonal decisions regarding holiday and religious events. Parties, church services, and time with family and friends are activities that often create stress for those who grieve.
You may need to make different decisions these days if you feel emotionally vulnerable. Seek activities where you can be safely vulnerable with your sorrow. Decline other events as a way to care for yourself, and create new rituals that honor your absent loved one.
If you are a friend or relative of one who grieves, be understanding of their need to make decisions differently, even if they decline to participate as they normally do. This expression of compassion will be very important to them.
Getting Grief Right
by Dr. Patrick O'Malley
A masterpiece that will touch your heart and soul with healing powers. • A compassionate, wise, and practical guide • A must read for anyone who is grieving the loss of a loved one.
DR. PATRICK O’MALLEY
Grief Therapist
Dr. Patrick O’Malley is a psychotherapist in Fort Worth, Texas, who specializes in grief counseling. For 40 years, he has counseled individuals, couples and families
in his private practice.
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Getting Grief Right
by Dr. Patrick O'Malley
By the time Mary came to see me, six months after losing her daughter to sudden infant death syndrome, she had hired and fired two other therapists. She was trying to get her grief right...
