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Natl. Pet Month- Coping with Loss of Precious Pet

Austin Tang — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 16:29:51 +0000

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Davin Trent,

Outreach Manager
World Animal Foundation

www.animaltalksinc.com For anyone who has ever dealt with the loss of a pet, the grief can be overwhelming. The animal-human bond is immense during their lifetime but for many, trying to find resources for relief after the fact can be daunting.

According to data from the World Animal Foundation, 70% of households in the U.S. (90.5 million) owned a pet in 2022, as compared to 56% in 1988. These pet owners might share 15 to 20 years with their animal – be it a dog, cat, bird, rabbit or otherwise – and may even be around them 24 hours a day.

The absence caused by their death is what led Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny, an animal chaplain, to create the nonprofit organization Animal Talks, which offers grief counseling to those in mourning.

With more humans than ever owning a pet, a story on how to cope with loss of one may be of interest to your audience. Reverend Sakakeeny can discuss more including:

· The different stages of grieving that pet owners may experience
· How an animal’s death can compare to that of a human’s in our lives
· What can happen if we do not grieve the death of a pet properly
· How to decide if one-on-one grief counseling is right for you

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Supporting each other as we grieve for Israel

Austin Tang — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:23:56 +0000

Paul –

I feel like my heart has been ripped to pieces.

One horrifying detail after another is emerging from Israel in the wake of the heinous attacks by Hamas. So many of us in New York City have deep ties to Israel, myself included, and we have acutely felt this pain and loss.

I know that the vast majority of New Yorkers, regardless of background, are repulsed and horrified by the Hamas attacks. I was so proud of the diverse Upper Manhattan community, which came out in the 100s at our vigil on Sunday night. Similar vigils around the city this week have shown New Yorkers at their best.

Our pain will enter a new phase when the identities of the Americans killed or kidnapped are revealed, as this will certainly include many New Yorkers.

Tragically, the residents of Gaza themselves are also victims of Hamas. I grieve for these losses as well. My desperate hope is that a new Middle East emerges from this crisis, in which both Israelis and Palestinians can at last live in a secure, just peace.

The days ahead will be difficult. New Yorkers will not be immune from the pain. It will be more important than ever that we support each other during this time of trauma.

I know New Yorkers will respond generously in the current crisis, as we always do. Thank you for helping in any way you can.

Standing together,

Mark

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Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time by Rachel Kodanaz

Austin Tang — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 19:04:45 +0000

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Best-selling author Rachel Kodanaz is proud to announce her upcoming tour to promote her newest book, Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time. In the book, the author shares her insights and practical knowledge on what to do with the possessions left by loved ones who have passed away. This November, Kodanaz will present her new book at Author Events in eight cities in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Missouri and Kansas.

When she lost her husband at age 31, Rachel learned to not only accept but embrace the myriad of challenges that followed. For the past 20 years, she has shared that gained wisdom as a passionate speaker, best-selling author, grief consultant and facilitator for corporations, organizations and individuals throughout the US. Rachel continues to share her knowledge through her third book, Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time.

Whether they are in physical or electronic form, possessions tell the story of the person’s life and it can be overwhelming to decide what to do with them. In her book, Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time, Rachel shares practical ways to thin, repurpose, and redistribute these possessions so they continue to share the story with future generations. Finding a new home for those items helps maintain a connection to those we have lost. Rachel shares, “It’s not about what happened; rather about what you do with what happened.”

Ora DeMorrow, Senior Financial Advisor and Vice President for Merrill Lynch, says, “Nobody likes to sit down and listen to a talk about life’s challenges. But somehow, Rachel makes it all Okay. Her warmth and sensitivity, and especially her story, enables us to hear brutal honesty and embrace it, rather than fear it. Bravo, Rachel Kodanaz.”

Rachel Kodanaz Tour Dates:
Tues 11/12 – 9:30 AM Independence, MO, The Palmer Center
Tues 11/12 – 7:00 PM Kansas City, MO, Rainy Day Books (Partnering KC Hospice)
Wed 11/13 – 6:00 PM Prairie Valley, KS Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse
Thurs 11/14 – 9:30 AM Overland Park, KS Tomahawk Ridge Community Center
Thurs 11/14 – 4:30 PM Kansas City, MO, Solace House Center
Sun 11/17 – 3:00 PM Middletown, CT, RJ Julia Booksellers
Tues 11/19 – 7:00 PM Montclair, NJ, Watchung Booksellers
Wed 11/20 – 6:30 PM New York City, NY, New York Public Library (Partnering with WConnection) Thurs 11/21 – 6:30 PM Middletown NJ, Middletown Public Library (Partnering with WINGs)
For more info about Rachel’s events
Rachel Kodanaz

Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time (Fulcrum Publishing)

Released October 1, 2019
$15.95
ISBN: 978-1-682752-46-3

What Readers Are Saying About Rachel Kodanaz “For Kodanaz, the question she wants readers to be able to answer after reading her book is, ‘By keeping this item, how do I keep my love one’s memory alive in a significant and meaningful way?'” —Amy Tucci, President and CEO at Hospice Foundation of America

“I honor Rachel’s courage and passion for taking on such a hard subject that so many deal with on a daily basis. We are all fighting a hard battle.” —Zach P. Smith, CSA

“Rachel makes the impossible possible.” —Linda Smythe, RN

“Thank you, Rachel, for helping me to provide the answers to the questions I couldn’t answer before.” —Ora DeMorrow, Senior Financial Advisor

More about the Author As a former management professional for several Fortune 100 companies, Rachel intimately understands the challenge of balancing one’s personal and professional lives. Her previous books – Living with Loss, One Day at a Time and Grief in the Workplace – offer practical yet compassionate advice and insights that inspire one to reflect, take action and thrive.
Rachel has written numerous articles about grief, loss and embracing life’s challenges for numerous other organizations, including: Huffington Post, AARP, Griefnet, Crisis & Disaster Network, Hospice Foundation of America, Living with Loss Magazine, Open to Hope, Tragedy Assistant Program for Military Survivors (TAPS) and Tribute. Rachel’s first book, Living with Loss, sold over 10,000 copies.

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Thought For The Day…

admin — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 14:47:15 +0000

“I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge. That myth is more potent than history. That dreams are more powerful than facts. That hope always triumphs over experience. That laughter is the only cure for grief. And I believe that love is stronger than death.” – Robert Fulghum

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16th Annual Valentine Salon – An event not to be missed!‏

admin — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 17:51:11 +0000

Camp Good Grief was formed by East End Hospice to meet the special needs of children who are grieving. When children experience the loss of a loved one, they are often unable to express their feelings – even to simply cry . Due to their own grief, the adults around them are unable to help.

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