GriefSPEAK: The Mortician’s Daughter – Mari Nardolillo Dias

Smiling blonde woman wearing glasses.

by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer The month of June, regardless of the years gone by, will always be the month my dad died and I received my doctoral dissertation. This article is an homage to our relationship. (Names and locations have been changed) It’s complicated when you’re a girl; even more so when…

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GriefSPEAK: Voir Dire – Mari Nardolillo Dias

Wet cobblestone street at night.

by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer on grief and grieving The receptionist at her PCP reviewed Katerina’s information. “Any changes in address, insurance, emergency contact information?” Katerina lost her breath; however, the receptionist did not notice as she never looked up from her computer. She repeated, “Katerina, is all the information the same?” Katerina…

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GriefSPEAK: Remembering until the end of time – Mari Nardolillo Dias

Elegant white lilies in bloom.

by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer Some of us plan each and every detail of our Celebration of Life. Others not so much. Still others – nada. I share my clients’ sadness over a loved one’s death without any preamble, verbal or written. I admire others who have peace as they know what their…

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Support for you at this unprecedented time…

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People are struggling with their mental health in isolation – which is a breeding ground for psychological issues when the mind is not distracted. It’s a very scary time. I’ve seen an increase in panic attacks, generalized anxiety and depression, along with an exponential increase in depression.” I am also hearing from those overwhelmed with…

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