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Discover meaningful materials created to support reflection, preparation, and conversation around grief, legacy, and remembrance. Each offering is designed to bring comfort, clarity, and connection.
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The Seven Languages of Sorrow Slide Show
A thoughtful presentation exploring the many ways grief can be expressed, understood, and honoured. This slide show encourages reflection, conversation, and a deeper awareness of the grieving journey.
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The Seed of Bitterness
The Seed of Bitterness explores the connection between grief, love, and the emotions that arise when grief is suppressed rather than expressed. Stephen Garrett reflects on how unspoken sorrow can take root beneath resentment and why acknowledging grief is essential for healing and moving forward.
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The Languages & Suggested Activities
This guide introduces the Seven Languages of Sorrow and offers practical activities that help people express grief in ways that feel natural to them. From talking and writing to movement, art, reflection, and community, it encourages individuals to explore the forms of expression that best support their healing journey.
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Before I Go – Leaving My Wisdom Behind
Before I Go is a guided workbook that helps you reflect on meaningful life moments and uncover the wisdom within them. Through simple prompts, it encourages you to turn your experiences into stories you can share with the people who matter most.
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Grief Is Part of Living
Grief is a natural part of life, not something to avoid. This guide explores how grief connects to love, shows up in many forms, and can be expressed in ways that support healing and growth.
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End-of-Life Planning Workbook
A practical workbook designed to help you organize your end-of-life plans and share important information with your family. It guides you through key documents, personal wishes, and meaningful reflections so your loved ones feel supported and prepared.
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Stephen Garrett Interview
In this interview, Stephen Garrett shares the inspiration behind The Seven Languages of Sorrow and the ideas that led to its creation. Drawing from his work and personal reflections on grief, he discusses how sorrow can be expressed in many different ways and why acknowledging these expressions can help people move toward healing.
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Award-Winning Author
In this conversation, Stephen Garrett reflects on his book and the recognition of his work at the International Impact Book Awards. He speaks about the deeper message behind his writing and the importance of creating compassionate tools that help people understand and honour grief.
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Stephen Garrett & Paul Levy
In this interview, Stephen Garrett shares the inspiration behind The Seven Languages of Sorrow and the ideas that led to its creation. Drawing from his work and personal reflections on grief, he discusses how sorrow can be expressed in many different ways and why acknowledging these expressions can help people move toward healing.
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Stephen Garrett & Faith Benvenuti
In this conversation, grief counsellor and author Stephen Garrett shares his journey from investment banking to supporting others through loss. We explore the Seven Languages of Sorrow, practical tools for navigating grief, the role of men in emotional spaces, and how to support others through difficult experiences.
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