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Bereavement, Grief, and Resilience

In this blog, we offer valuable insights and practical strategies to help individuals and families cope with the profound impacts of bereavement, grief, and life's most significant challenges. Discover ways to prepare for difficult times, respond with strength and compassion, and find the path to recovery and resilience. Join us on this journey of healing and growth as we navigate life's great challenges together.

Delayed Grief

An intimate story of a mother's delayed grief over the loss of her three children.

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Does Grief Ever Go Away? The Reality of Healing and Moving Forward

Does Grief Ever Go Away? The Reality of Healing and Moving ForwardGrief has been a constant companion in…

How Anger and Grief Shape Our Healing Journey

How Anger and Grief Shape Our Healing JourneyGrief and anger often intertwine when we lose someone we love,…

How to Start a Foundation in Memory of a Loved One

How to Start a Foundation in Memory of a Loved OneThe loss of my 14-year-old daughter Jenna created…

In Loving Memory of Mom: Remembering Mom's Enduring Legacy

In Loving Memory of Mom: Remembering Mom’s Enduring LegacyIn loving memory of mom,You may find yourself reflecting on…

In Loving Memory of Dad: A Father’s Lasting Legacy

In Loving Memory of Dad: A Father’s Lasting LegacyIn loving memory of my dad, I find myself often…

In Memory of the Loved One We've Lost

In Memory of the Loved One We’ve LostIn memory of the loved one we’ve lost, we are left…

Absent Grief: When You Can’t Mourn What’s Lost

Absent Grief: When You Can’t Mourn What’s LostAbsent grief—two words that echo through our lives in silence, often…

What to Say to Someone Grieving: Finding the Right Words

What to Say to Someone Grieving: Finding the Right WordsIt’s extremely difficult to know what to say to…

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  • Embark on a profound journey of resilience and spiritual growth with Dena M. Derenale-Betti, a mother who bravely navigated the depths of grief after the tragic accident that took the life of her 14-year-old daughter. Her incredible story unfolds as she transcends the pain and devastation of loss, transforming her understanding of life’s purpose. Through the intimate and powerful blogs on hersmile.org, you will discover the unyielding power that resides within us all. Dena’s roles as a mother of three daughters, wife, friend, community leader, and business owner reflect her dedication to building loving connections and contributing to the world around her. A graduate of the University of San Francisco, where she played on the school’s inaugural golf team, Dena is passionate about personal growth and believes that love can conquer all. As you immerse yourself in her captivating journey, remember to find your own strength and cherish the power that love holds in shaping our lives. Experience the transformative wisdom of her book, “You Are Stronger Than You Know, My Daughter Told Me So,” available on Amazon today!



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