Can you grieve for someone you've never met?
A person can have a big impact on our lives even if we didn’t know them personally. A supporter shares a complex experience of grief for her dad.
Losing a grandparent: what it feels like
Whether the loss of your grandfather or grandmother was expected or sudden, grief can be overwhelming and is a natural response to loss.
Emotional numbness and grief: why don’t I feel anything?
We all expect to feel sad when someone dies. But emotional numbness in grief is common – especially in the immediate aftermath of the death.
Taking care of my Nan became my identity – and overnight, that disappeared
Looking back, while difficult, caring for Nan was an honour.
“A day that can bring grief to the surface”: How to navigate Valentine’s Day when you’re grieving
Bereavement Coordinator Angharad Burden writes about why occasions like Valentine’s Day can be difficult when you're grieving.
“I didn’t think I’d find love after loss. But I will forever be grateful that I was wrong”
Gary Andrews shares his experience of navigating new relationships after the death of a spouse and finding love after loss.
Seven of the best TV shows to watch if you’re grieving
When we’re experiencing grief, watching TV can both soothe us and provide a welcome distraction. Here are some recent favourites.
Why news stories can make us feel angry or upset when we’re grieving
Bereavement Counsellor Jane Murray explains how news stories can trigger a mini grief cycle, taking us back to the rawness and pain of the death.
Orphaned at 19: “After Mum died, I always had a guard up to protect myself”
There are so many things I would tell my seven-year-old self. I’d tell him to be brave, to speak up and be more honest about his feelings.
“I sing this song to my daughter so Grandma’s musical legacy will live on…”
In part four of our In Tune with Grief series, Victoria explains how music can transport her to memories with her grandma.
“Death taught me what really matters in a relationship”
On her last night on earth, my wife Sandra made many declarations. They were full of wisdom – some touchingly hilarious, others blunt.
Six parks and gardens in memory of loved ones
We look at some famous (and some less famous) gardens that commemorate loved ones lost – on both individual and national levels
Grief hierarchy: who has the right to grieve?
People often compare their grief to that of others and worry they’re grieving too much or too little. There should be no hierarchy to grief.
11 top tips on how to practice self-care whilst grieving
A selection of self-care strategies you may find useful if you've been bereaved.
“When Adrian died, country music helped me get all my feelings out”
In part three of our In Tune with Grief series, Poppy remembers a song by Marty Robbins which helped her through her grief for her mum's partner.
“The longest goodbye”: When is the right time to commemorate loved ones who died during lockdown?
Different experiences and views on holding celebrations to remember loved ones now that restrictions have been lifted.
“Just like the music he’d introduced me to, the peace was accompanied by a sadness.”
In part two of our In Tune with Grief series, Stevie remembers a track by Arvo Part, and how it reminds him of his uncle.