It's All About the Story: Personal Grief Stories

Bereavement educator and counselor, Rick Bergh, reflects upon the grief that so many of us are experiencing at the hands of COVID-19 as we prepare for Christmas.

Learn about the grief reaction that’s turning our time of celebration and joy into a sense of sadness – and how to deal with it.

Rick will help us prepare for a COVID Christmas, encouraging us to plan ahead for a very different Yuletide this year.

The pregnancy went well.

Conversations about the hopes and dreams of bringing their first child into the world occupied the minds of Stef and Layna, the parents-to-be.

Then, the unthinkable. Could it really be true? No heartbeat of our precious baby?

Listen to a mother who continues to miss and love her child who would have been 14 years old. Discover how they have chosen to include their first child, Madelaine, in their family forever.

Male Sexual Abuse and Loss

Why we need to talk about it

Meet Dr. Kelli Palfy

Male sexual abuse. It’s one of the hidden and disenfranchised areas of grief that has remained a closed door.

Dr. Plaffy shares about her newest book (Men Too: Unspoken Truths about Male Sexual Abuse) and her counseling practice that shines a light on the many losses men are struggling with and the stories of hope for those who have discovered a different path.

Dawson Died at Age Three

The Twists and Turns of His Parents’ Journey

Dawson was diagnosed with Leukemia at 18 months. After numerous treatments, hospital visits and the hope brought by remission, he died at age 3.

As Steve and Karen navigated the loss of their special boy, a new path emerged. It was a chapter that would still include their son, but with a different purpose they believed was from above.

Listen to their powerful story of faith, hope, love and purpose.
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Comfort for the Day: Living Through the Seasons
by Karen and Steven Nicola
"I went to one of the author's workshops and found the information I received very helpful in how to support those who are grieving. I began giving this book out to friends who are going through grief. I keep a couple of the books on hand and even though I have not experienced grief recently, I have browsed through the book and found the prompts for daily writing very inspirational. Friends who have received the books as a gift truly love the material that helps them through the days following the death of a loved one. Sharing the book has been an excellent way to reach out and share love to those going through grief."
Contact Steven and Karen for grief coaching or to access other programs, resources and services. https://comfortfortheday.com/

Terry died by suicide at the young age of 29. His mom, Barbara, reflects upon her journey and shares her wisdom about the type of grief she experienced following the suicide.
Barbara will share her story and tell us how she continues to honour and remember Terry, 11 and a half years later. She'll offer listeners valuable insight from her experience and recommend some important resources for those on a similar grief journey.