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Loss by Suicide

The Social Stigma of Suicide

Stigma is defined as “a mark of disgrace or infamy; a stain or reproach, as on one’s reputation.” Our society does a good job of saddling suicide with stigma. In an effort to make sense of it, perhaps, we label the person who ended his or her life. He was selfish. She was crazy. They took the easy way out.…
Karl
May 14, 2025
Loss of FriendLoss of Sibling

Acknowledging Your Loss

One of the first responsibilities we face with grief is to accept the reality of our loss. Many people find they come to despise the word “accept” when it comes to grief. It has connotations of being okay with the death, or quickly moving on from the person we lost. You will need help with ways to accept your loss…
Karl
May 13, 2025
Deeper Dive Diagrams

Dimensions of Spiritual Formation – diagram

This diagram was edited by Karl Shackelford and taken from Dallas Willard's book, Renovation of the Heart, and is especially useful for understanding how Christlike character is developed in the inner person and influenced by the various dimensions of the human self.
Karl
January 15, 2025