Buddhist Funeral in Singapore – Customs, Rites and Traditions
Singapore is a rare and precious example of a multi-racial, multi-lingual and multi-religious society where people live harmoniously together. People of all faiths live, work and even worship together in our city.
When it comes to religion, Singapore is
Taoist Funeral in Singapore – Customs, Rites and Traditions
Having had over 20 years of experience in the industry helping my grandfather and father in the business, I witnessed how they handled funeral rites and customs of all religions with the utmost respect for the deceased and their family.
This inspired me to
Chinese Funerals in Singapore – What You Should Know
Are you planning a Chinese funeral or attending a Chinese funeral in Singapore?
Are you worried that there are just too many religious rituals and symbolic funeral rites in Chinese culture for you to commit to memory?
Rather than risk committing some
Chinese Funerals in Singapore – What You Should Know
Are you planning a Chinese funeral or attending a Chinese funeral in Singapore? Are you worried that there are just too many religious rituals and symbolic funeral rites in Chinese culture for you to commit to memory? Rather than risk committing some faux pas
Funeral Director’s Guide to Funeral Wakes – Updated 2023
Funeral Wakes in Singapore As a funeral director in Singapore for over 20 years, I’ve seen many changes and adaptations in the way we conduct funeral wakes. This guide aims to provide an in-depth understanding of funeral wakes in Singapore, from their
A Helpful Guide On Attending Different Kinds Of Funerals
In Singapore, funerals are quite a common occurrence, and many of us may have had to attend them because of the passing of an older family member or someone else that we know. We often know the general rule of attending funerals, such as not wearing clothing
Reasons Why It Is Important To Connect With Your Grief
Sometimes, it might seem like a person does not feel that they are not grieving as much as they should be. There are various reasons for this apparent absence of grief. It could be chalked up to a denial of truth and reality. It could also be due to the
Absent Grief: A Guide To Understanding How It Works
No matter how much you read up online, there is truly nothing that can prepare you for the reality that hits you like grief does. The experience of grief is full of surprises, none of which that will excite you. As a natural reaction to loss and trauma, grief
What Is Anticipatory Grief And How Can You Process It?
What is anticipatory grief? For most people, they might not experience this sort of grief. However, there might be some of you who may have gone through this feeling of grief that you might not have the words to describe it. For all you know, you could have
How To Survive Those Nights Of Sleeplessness After Loss
Dealing with the pain and grief of losing a loved one is not easy. Not only does it take a toll on one’s emotional state, the experience of loss also comes with an array of physical side effects. One of perhaps the most common reactions is insomnia – that
How To Reconstruct Your Grief Narrative Through Journaling
Have you lost the ability to feel joy? Do you want a way out of the cycle of feeling low and lifeless? Stick around to learn about a practical method to break free from the cycle of victimhood that grief has placed you in. The language that we use brings
Healing Heartbreak And Soothing The Soul With Yoga
No matter what day or season it is, moving on from a recent loss is not that easy. In fact, it is quite an insurmountable feat. With the recent festivities such as the Lunar New Year or the forthcoming Valentine’s Day, old wounds might surface and reopen.
What Kind Of Gifts You Can Send Or Bring To A Funeral
If you have been to most funerals in Singapore, they are filled with an overwhelming amount of flowers. Whether they are placed around the casket or left as gift bouquets at the entrance, flowers have become the go-to funeral gift idea. They are a visual
Style Of Grieving: Intuitive Grief VS Instrumental Grief
In their research of grief, two prominent psychiatrists, Terry Martin and Kenneth Doka, identified two major patterns of grief response. Known as intuitive grief and instrumental grief, the psychiatrists observed that these two different styles of grieving
Getting Through Grief During The Holiday Season In Singapore
The holidays can be a challenging time for those who mourning the loss of a loved one. Amidst the festive atmosphere, it can be difficult to connect to the celebratory season. No matter how many presents you wrap up or how much dinner you stuff into your
Creative Ways You Can Use To Help Children Cope With Grief
As adults, we might be able to better understand our own emotions and feelings of pain. We can understand grief as a response to loss, such as the death of a loved one. We are able to see and recognise the emotional and psychological nuances when it comes to