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After Dad’s Death, Around the World or Back to School?

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A young woman mourning her father wonders whether she should finish college — despite major financial hurdles — or travel to clear her head. Our advice guru weighs in.

When the Grief-Stricken Has Special Needs

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In the latest installment of "Ask Modern Loss," a hospice volunteer wonders how best to help a man with Down Syndrome process the impending death of his mother.

Resenting My Mother-in-Law — Even More Than Usual

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After losing her mom to cancer, one reader finds it harder to contend with her difficult mother-in-law. Our advice guru explains how to keep the peace.

The Lucy Van Pelt of Loss

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Here's how I became the go-to person for guiding friends through grief.

You Can’t Pick Your Relatives

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What's the deal with relatives who never acknowledged my loss? How can I mindfully break up with a grieving girlfriend? Meg chimes in.

The Looming 365

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What to do on that dreaded first death anniversary? Can a terminally ill man prepare his wife for life without him? Sound advice from Meg.

Funeral Planning: What You Need To Know

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Modern Loss' tips for an event you never wanted to plan or pay for (but may need to).

Talking Loss at Work

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A primer on talking about death in the workplace (fun!), and what to do when you're battling your siblings over the estate.

How To: Acknowledge a Sympathy Note

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In the aftermath of your loved one’s death, you'll likely be overwhelmed by sympathy cards, emails and, yes, texts. But how to respond?

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