Death, bereavement, grief Amy Jackson Death, bereavement, grief Amy Jackson

Death Cafes explained: What to expect and why you should attend one 

It’s no secret that death is a topic many of us avoid talking about. If you’re not sure where to start, a good place to begin can be your nearest death cafe. To someone who is perhaps reluctant to face their own mortality, or who simply sees death as a scary or depressing topic, the idea of a death cafe may not seem appealing. However, I can confirm that’s not the case – in fact, it’s actually a very uplifting experience. 

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Death, bereavement, grief, cultural, media Amy Jackson Death, bereavement, grief, cultural, media Amy Jackson

Comedy and grief: Finding laughter in life’s darkest moments 

For some of us, comedy can be a lifeline through life’s darkest moments. It could be in the form of books, podcasts, films, stand-up, or a much-loved sitcom. For guest blogger, Amy Jackson, stand-up comedy has been a love of hers since her teens, with her earliest favourites being the likes of Lee Evans and Russell Howard. In this blog, Amy explores the relationship between death and comedy, and why we use humour to cope with grief.

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Death, suicide, bereavement Anna McGrail Death, suicide, bereavement Anna McGrail

World Suicide Prevention Day: combating the stigma of suicide

Every year on 10 September, people around the world mark World Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide remains a significant public health issue in the UK. Recent figures show that more than 7,000 people died by suicide across the UK in 2024, with men accounting for around three-quarters of those deaths. “Everything got on top of me and I tried to kill myself. I thought my kids would be better off without me." Brian, 50.

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