Thoughtful Thursdays

Thoughtful Thursdays

We live in a death-phobic, grief-illiterate culture. Thoughtful Thursdays is a bi-weekly blog to help grievers and professionals become less fearful of death and more aware of the grieving process.

By Rev. Pamela Reidy January 22, 2026
Coping With the Ebb and Flow of Grief During Mid-Winter
By Pam Reidy January 15, 2026
We’re tipping our hats to the many roles we all play and the stories we carry with us. 
By Pam Reidy January 8, 2026
“By encouraging advance planning for funeral care, I hope to help people reframe what feels overwhelming into a meaningful act of care for those they love.”
By Pam Reidy December 31, 2025
Introducing “Quiet Thursday” Mini Reflections
By Pam Reidy December 21, 2025
The light does not rush. It has learned patience from winter, from the  long practice of waiting.
By Pam Reidy December 4, 2025
This post encourages parents and caregivers to talk to their children about death and give pointers on getting started.
By Pam Reidy November 20, 2025
This blog commemorates Children's Grief Awareness Day and teaches the reader how to support a grieving child.
By Pam Reidy November 5, 2025
Finding Light in the Winter: Healthy Grieving Through the Holidays
By Pam Reidy October 12, 2025
We are pursuing excellence!
By Pam Reidy October 2, 2025
Press Play: It’s Podcast Day!
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