The term anticipatory grief was first introduced by Erich Lindeman in 1944 to explain the dread and emotional preparation of families waiting for any news about their loved ones fighting in World War two. It is a term used to describe the emotional process of mourning and preparing for the impending loss of a loved…
Not really a blog – more of a podcast! I was invited to be a guest on Catherine Williamson’s wonderful Gobsmacked podcast. It took me out of my comfort zone but I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I discussed my Gobsmacked moments, the gold in the dark, global events and my favourite quote. Her Gobsmacked podcasts…
I wonder if people look at me sometimes and think I’ve got my stuff together. Well, I do post inspirational quotes on social media and I’ve written two books on grief and I have a podcast about grief – so I must be doing okay! Little do people know but sharing information about grief on…
Written by Bill, Matthew’s dad. It is my birthday today. I am 64 years of age and to be honest I didn’t think I would make it this far. Not by a long way. My Dad died in his early 50’s and looking back on that now it seems crazy. He was an amazing Dad…
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