This week we shared the story of Matthew with subscribers to the Good Grief! newsletter. (To reach it, go to: https://good-grief.com.au/grief-in-the-time-of-covid-19) The story explains how Matthew was counting on his social connections to overcome his grief. But that opportunity is now denied him because of the social distancing and stay … Read more
Palliative care specialist MICHAEL BARBATO writes and teaches about how to bring love and kindness to the dying. Here are his thoughts on the challenges to this goal with Covid-19. He also has a terrific recommendation to read, Rachel Coghlan’s piece on “small but potent acts of compassion.” See the … Read more
We mustn’t forget the others, like Matthew Updated 13.2.22 In 2020 we interviewed Matthew for our Good Grief! newsletter. The story of his grief journey is still pertinent. But we’re pleased to report, he identifies himself as having experienced post-grief growth since we first spoke to him. To see that … Read more
Dr Michelle Atchison agrees with Matthew that, as Covid-19 imposes isolation on the grieving, it is an important time for professionals in the grief area to reach out to their patients. She is the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Chair of Private Practice, and also works in … Read more
Our neighbourhoods are full of people with wisdom to share, especially on the subject of grief. We can all learn from them, especially now with Covid-19. Here is Robin Low’s story and word of wisdom. I grew up in a gorgeous family, with lots of support. But it was an … Read more
We understand if you need to say goodbye to Good Grief! for a while, to protect your emotional well-being and mental health. No offence will be taken if you disconnect. It’s important to experience the positive and the beautiful in the light of what is happening throughout the world and … Read more
As we all come to terms with these difficult Covid-19 times, and the restriction on funerals to only 10 people, Good Grief! will provide information to help navigate what this restriction means.
As we settle in to the new normal, Good Grief! is here to support. Good Grief! will ponder these strange Covid-19 times with you, talking about those topics which are relevant to our mission. You will find the facts we present reassuring. The discussion will look unblinkingly at mortality and … Read more
In the line of work Gus Worland does, he sees a lot of men suffering because they’re not allowed to express their grief and other sad emotions. It’s something he’s challenging. Gus’s work is about helping men to cope better with grief and other negative emotions. Gus believes we need … Read more
Gotcha4Life is a great network for men to help each other cope when grief strikes – and to help build resilience before it does. It’s also a heck of a lot of FUN. To see all the community events that you can be part of this year go to the … Read more
Many people were very concerned to hear and read the words of Brisbane Detective Inspector Mark Thompson, on Thursday, when discussing the investigation into the violent deaths of Brisbane’s Hannah Clarke and her children Aaliyah, 6, Laianah, 4 and Trey, 3, who were allegedly set alight in the family car … Read more
The full extent of the domestic violence that played out in Brisbane on Wednesday when three children and their mother were killed by their father and her husband, has been revealed. Police allege that Hannah Clarke and her children Aaliyah, 6, Laianah, 4 and Trey, 3 were set alight in … Read more
Jill Emberson’s crusade for better funding for Ovarian Cancer continues. See the article about Jill’s campaign and legacy: When Pink Meets Teal, by Genevieve Gannon, P 60, in the Australian Women’s Weekly issue, February. To support Pink Meets Teal, go to: https://pinkmeetsteal.com/ To sign a petition for equity in Ovarian … Read more
So what does Australia Day have to do with Good Grief, a page which is about grief and palliative care? A lot really. When the hurts of the past are denied, the past can’t be put to rest. Australians celebrate our national day today, January 26, when Captain Arthur Phillip … Read more
When I closed Good Grief for the 2019 summer break, fires were already licking at Australia. The anxiety this was causing was a good reason to pull up stumps a little earlier than usual. Of course as the summer progressed in this great, sunburnt land the fires got worse and … Read more
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