Written by: Seada I lost a little furry friend, named Binu, November 2017. Binu was an extraordinary rabbit. He would cuddle beside me as we watched television shows. He sat beside me as we ate breakfast, …
Written by: Khadeja When I first lost my mother, every other thought that passed through my mind was of her. Each thought then was followed with a prayer begging God to forgive her sins and give …
Written by: Dua Food has an inherently comforting and nurturing value, and this is normal. As infants, feeding time is not only a time of physical nourishment but also a time of warmth and closeness with …
Written by: Khadeja Food is more than just fuel for our bodies; it truly is a multi-sensory experience. The scent of certain spices can send you to another place and time. Most of my memories of my …
Written by: Anonymous With the recent passing of two prominent celebrities, social media has been flooded with messages about mental health hotlines and statuses that say, "Please come to me if you need help." One post …
Written by: Khadeja I had a dream last night that you came to visit me. I was overjoyed to have a chance to sit with you and pour my heart out to you, to tell you …
Written by: Khadeja I was 27 when I lost her. That's not exactly young, but you always need your mother, regardless of your age. If anything, you need her more as you grow older. As an …
Written by: Chereen Recently, loss has been my teacher. As a therapist, I have always been fascinated by moods and emotions. I find it incredibly interesting how bereavement can be so controlling, and it can take …
Written by: Anonymous See the first part of this reflection piece here: http://www.dearchereen.com/divorce-and-the-death-of-me/ The days turned into nights, then weeks and months. I really can’t even say for certain how long I was lost in myself. I was …
Written by: Anonymous I have a lot to celebrate recently. Alhamdulillah. I have a husband who adores me, a recent promotion in work, a new car, beautiful vacation photos, and everything that could make people envious …