When a friend loses their loved one, you should understand that they are experiencing incredible loneliness and pain. It can be a difficult task to know what to say to them. Giving support can be even harder, but being there for your friends is the best thing to do in the aftermath of a loss. […]
Funerals have always been held according to enduring traditions. These practices may either be religious or cultural. You need some level of creativity to personalize a funeral ceremony. Here are some creative ideas to create an event that will be the most wonderful and fitting way to say goodbye. Create a Memorial This is some […]
The general funeral etiquette requires you to wear black clothing. Colours like navy blue, maroon and grey can be a good alternative. You should also dress in a conservative and respectful way. A number of factors will determine what you choose to wear. For instance, Nigeria is home to over 250 ethnic groups and each […]
A funeral is often an uncomfortable situation. For this reason, there are universal guidelines to help anyone at a funeral or memorial service. When a death occurs, how we act, what we say and do during that period can help assuage or add to the suffering of the bereaved. Of all other social situations it […]
The pain of someone else’s death is immense. There is no way to fully prepare for such events. Finding strength and peace in such dark times is a very daunting task. People grieve differently,but there are universal truths about it. All the feelings that come with grief are valid. Quotes can help us find a […]
Planning is a key factor in almost every aspect of our lives. Whether it is family vacations, weddings or retirements. We even prepare for unforeseeable events such as accidents, floods and fires. Advance Funeral Planning involves sitting with funeral professionals to discuss your funeral wishes and needs. You will answer tons of questions to clarify […]
The truth of the matter is that you can’t protect children from every pain. However you can help them cope with the pain of loss. Coping ability will depend on their age, how close they feel toward the deceased and how much support they receive after the death has occurred. Here are some things you […]
Talking about death is a challenging and daunting task, but it is an important conversation to have. Choose a time when they aren’t distracted. It is almost a taboo in our society to talk about death. Many people have trouble acknowledging that their loved ones will not be with them forever. However, it is important […]
Accepting death can be extensively difficult. However, deep down we know that it is a given that every living thing will die. The human body does not meet an enviable end; and this end is not limited to the old and wobbly. When people we know die, we respond differently; based on the proximity of […]
Introduction Cremation involves reducing a dead body to ashes by burning it. It is a common practice in many Western and Asian countries; where commercial crematoriums operate. However, this is not the case in Nigeria which has a triple heritage of Christianity, traditional religious practices and Islam. Nigeria is also a multi-ethnic society. Although these […]