When Supporting Others Becomes a Mirror for Self Reflection I recently noticed something subtle but deeply unsettling. A friend of mine disappeared from social media. It may sound insignificant to some, but for someone who had been consistently present online for over four years, the silence felt loud. It was the first time I had seen him step away so completely, and instinctively, I knew something was not right. When I reached out, I learned he was not in a good headspace. T

Death isn’t a prerequisite for grief—common life events can trigger ambiguous grief. Without societal norms to acknowledge the loss, grieving for someone who is still alive can feel isolating. Shame and embarrassment may prevent people from sharing their experience. Recognizing ambiguous grief is an important first step toward healing. Grief is a universal experience. Regardless of geography, socio-economic status, age, or gender, humans grieve when a loved one dies. But what

For many of us, our pets are family. From dogs or cats to birds and reptiles, our pets bring us happiness, companionship and a sense of...