Coping with Anniversaries and Milestone Days While Grieving

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Julia Samuel MBE
2 min videoWritten by a grief psychotherapist
Anniversaries and milestone days can intensify grief, reminding us of our loved one and past celebrations. It’s important to acknowledge these moments and create a meaningful ritual to remember them, whether it’s lighting a candle, sharing a memory, or gathering with loved ones.

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Session 26: Managing Milestones helps you prepare for the days you're dreading, whether it's their birthday, the anniversary, or Christmas. There's also a tool in the app to help you plan and get through the day.

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Julia Samuel MBE

Psychotherapist and co-creator of Grief Works

One of the world's most respected grief psychotherapists, with over 35 years' experience. Former Vice President of the BACP, MBE for services to the bereaved, Founder Patron of Child Bereavement UK, and bestselling author of Grief Works and This Too Shall Pass.

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