AHAli Hixon

1. Article · Sep 3, 2026 · Ali Hixon

   ‘It may be your funeral, but it will also be part of your family’s grief story’ (opens the original)

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   As a grief counsellor, I sit with loss every day. I hear from people who are trying to make sense of a death while also facing decisions about care, cost, cremation, burial, paperwork and family expectations. I also work within a funeral home that offers a range of choices, from a full celebration of life to a smaller service, a simple funeral or direct cremation. In my experience, two things usually shape these decisions: the wishes of the person who has died, and the emotional needs of those l

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2. Article · Aug 6, 2026 · Ali Hixon

   'How to handle milestone dates after losing a loved one' (opens the original)

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   The approach of a significant calendar date can trigger a specific kind of anxiety for anyone who is grieving. Whether it is a looming holiday, a birthday, an anniversary, or the date of the loss itself, these milestone days serve as a stark reminder of who is no longer here. The anticipation of the day is often more painful than the day itself. When you are bereaved, trying to force yourself into traditional celebrations often feels impossible, while ignoring the date completely can feel equall

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