Monthly Archives: December 2018

A widow recently described a trip she took shortly after her husband’s death. “I wanted to have a private retreat, so I booked an Airbnb in a small town in the mountains. I expected to be alone for several days … Continue reading →

You did not land in medicine because you do not care, but maybe the stress of the industry has gotten to you. Don’t be like the rest, be your patient’s last resort. Source: Genuine empathy goes a long way

I’ve been feeling a little distracted this holiday season.  Maybe a little stressed.  Maybe a little numb.  I’m not feeling Source: Guilt and Grief During the Holiday Season – What’s Your Grief

After nearly 20 years of dating and marriage, the author of this moving personal essay lost his wife to cancer. He talks about when he knew it was time to date again, handling judgements from people around whether you’re grieving … Continue reading →

Middle-aged or elderly people who gain or lose weight may have an increased death risk, a new study shows. Source: For older adults, change in weight linked to death risk – Futurity

My best friend died of anorexia Source: My best friend died of anorexia – emotionally naked

The case for demanding end-of-life care that meets our needs Source: We Deserve More Than a ‘Good Death for End-of-Life Care

319 On the shortest day of 2009 when my sons were home for the holidays, I took a clipper and cloth bag on my morning forest walk and gathered evergreen […] Source: Solstice Blessings: A Family Ritual of Remembrance and … Continue reading →

Source: Anticipatory Grieving and Parents: somatic symptom disorders – Ask Dr. NeimeyerAsk Dr. Neimeyer