The Santa Barbara Independent

Valentine’s Day Can Be Difficult for Those Missing a Spouse or Significant Other Tips for those missing a loved one, and how to comfort those in grief

Santa Barbara, CA - February 10, 2026 - Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love and a time to rededicate our affection for a spouse or ...
Psychology Today

Writing as Sanctuary: Carrying Grief Word by Word

When loss feels too heavy to bear, your journal becomes a sanctuary. Letting your darkest thoughts flow onto the page can ...
WealthManagement.com

Grief or Depression? A Guide for Advisors Supporting Clients in Loss

Is your client depressed or just grieving? Advisors often wrestle with this question as they sit across the table from someone who has recently lost a spouse, parent or child. You may see tears, hear ...
AOL

4 costly financial pitfalls that hit grieving spouses and the smart steps you can take now to protect yourself from taxes, debt and income loss later

Losing a spouse can be devastating. But amid that grief, the surviving spouse is often left making high-stakes financial decisions at the worst possible time. Income might drop overnight, yet the ...