Why do we say Everyone Dies? We may prefer to pretend that death is something to be fought against and “beat”, especially in the face of...
In the Winter of 2017, my wife developed a severe cough and shortness of breath. None of the usual treatments her doctor prescribed worked...
Is there a difference between grief and mourning? Will I ever get over the death of a loved one? In this podcast we talk about grief (the...
She always told me, “Life is for the living, so do what you can while your loved one is alive, and live your life to the fullest.” So I...
Traumatic or complicated grief is grief and mourning over a death that came about in traumatic circumstances (e.g. sudden, suicide, murder)...
My only son graduates from high school tomorrow. I’m excited for him, but it’s also bittersweet as I know I’m that much closer to an empty...
Tracy Harding is a pediatric occupational therapist and has been working in a public school system outside the Boston area for the past...
Our treasured pets experience similar end of life concerns and grief as humans. Read about how one owner is doing the best to ensure the...
It's hard to explain how difficult the death of a pet is. In this episode we talk about why pets are so meaningful to us, and why we grieve...
Why is the death of a parent such a profound loss? Learn how to accept feelings that may well up (some unexpected!) and some tools to help...
Children understand death and grieve differently. Learn how to support them and some wonderful resources - websites, books, apps, and...
Do you know a child who lost a loved one or a dear pet? In this episode we talk about what children understand about death by age. Be sure...
Even during the best of times, the holidays can be exhausting and stressful - even more so if you are mourning the loss of a loved one. We...
Over 81,000 drug overdose deaths occurred in the United States in the 12 months ending in May 2020, leaving loved ones struggling with...
The death of a child is a life-altering event for parents, leading to grief that is individual, intense, and long-lasting. The death of a...
It's hard to move on after a partner dies. When do you start dating again? How do you know it is time? How do you avoid scams? These are...
What are the "normal stages of grieving" and how long do they last? The five-stage model is outdated and misunderstood. Listen to learn...
Have you ever had a visit from a loved one who communicated with you after their death? In this episode we explore after death...
Today we are talking with a Lucy Morganstern, a pet doula. Pet doulas complement end-of-life care for a pet, supporting both the animals...
End-of-Life Doulas are similar to birth midwives - they advise and advocate for a client's wishes; in this case, how they perceive a "good...
Suddenly, last week, Dimple Rose refused to stand up to eat her food. She was listless and her spark seemed to be gone. Our first reaction...
Have you wondered why the Everyone Dies team are working so hard at producing education about terminal illness, death, dying, and...
What is mourning jewelry? Learn about this 19th century tradition and how Marianne is using it to honor her sister and uplift those...
Can we communicate with the undead? Mediums claim to be a conduit but there is also opportunity for frauds. Bereaved are the most...
Marianne was a guest on the Neurotic Nourishment podcast with host Dr. Lindsay Weisner, Psychologist, who "talks with smart, sweary women...
How can you help make the holidays a special time for your child in the face of death and grief? Learn how to integrate memories and...
Does love exist after life? Is there a connection that continues? Anita Meyers shares how tap the power within ourselves to move from...
Marianne was recently interviewed on the She Blurbs Podcast about her book, Everyone Dies (and yes, it is normal). Watch her interview...
In this episode we explore cemeteries: their origin and evolution, traditions, even symbols and meanings of things you might see on...
It may be tempting to forgo a funeral and proceed straight to burial, but there are some important reasons to observe this important ritual...