by barhop | Oct 18, 2013 | Blog, Miscellaneous, Resources, Topics & Stories |
Everyone’s approach to grief is quite unique, even though there are many similarities in the stages that are defined by the various experts and in our experiences. Following are some examples: One well-known model is Elizabeth Kubler-Ross’ five stages...
by barhop | Oct 11, 2013 | Blog, Self-Care & Tools, Tips, Topics & Stories |
Virtual support allows bereaved family members to receive individualized support through their healing journeys without having to physically go to the place where the support is offered. It extends beyond the value of conventional grief support groups, which are...
by barhop | Oct 2, 2013 | Blog, Self-Care & Tools, Tips, Topics & Stories |
Do you know anyone who has lost a child? Did you know what to say or do? Do you work where you have to deal with that kind of loss? Death is not a topic many like to discuss, especially not he death of young people. Many of us know families who have lost a...
by barhop | Sep 17, 2013 | Blog, Miscellaneous, Topics & Stories |
Why title the book “A Butterfly’s Journey”? What is the significance of butterflies in grief? I chose the title of my book to reflect the symbolism of transition that a butterfly represents and how that symbolism relates to our families and our loss. The life cycle of...
by barhop | Sep 10, 2013 | Blog, Inspirational, Topics & Stories |
I’m very grateful to have received such good feedback from my book and to see it starting to help others. There is positive feedback beyond bereaved parents, grandparents and siblings enduring the loss of a child. Below is one example: “I want you to...
by barhop | Aug 29, 2013 | Blog, Books/Publications, Topics & Stories |
Keeping the Momentum: Book Sales and Accolades I sold out of my first supply of books, immediately after my private book launch celebration, virtual Internet book launch and newswire announcement. Fortunately, I stocked up again. Readers continue to send me...