by Candyl Eyster | Dec 12, 2016 | monday message, monday motivation, spirituality, Spiritual Care
The holiday season can hold such a mixture of things. The anticipation of family gatherings, important religious observances, elaborate meal preparations, the giving and receiving of gifts. It can also be filled with memories of loved ones who are no longer with us, a...
by Candyl Eyster | Nov 21, 2016 | inspiration, hospice care, monday message, monday motivation, spirituality, Spiritual Care
We seem to be re-awakening as a culture to the incredible power of gratitude. Coming to realize that choosing an attitude of gratitude can re-orient our perspective and awaken us to the happiness and fulfillment we can experience. Bringing conscious awareness to what...
by Kim Snarr | Oct 19, 2016 | bereavement, blog, hospice care, spirituality, Spiritual Care
What matters most to you? What do you need? What do you wish for? When our Suncoast Hospice patients are asked these quintessential questions, it can lead them to greater peace. Our spiritual care coordinators are honored to walk along these precious journeys. They...
by Kim Snarr | Oct 13, 2016 | blog, education, Spiritual Care, Community
When we’re touched by the deep suffering from illness, facing death or grieving the loss of our beloved, we seek comfort and healing. Faith communities can be a great sense of support and compassion during these difficult journeys. But they must be prepared to help....
by Candyl Eyster | Sep 26, 2016 | inspiration, monday message, Spiritual Care
I subscribe to the “Happiness” theme on a news app on my phone. It posts scholarly research about what types of lifestyle choices bring us happiness and which do not. These scholarly articles are joined by testimonials from people who are in hot pursuit of happiness,...
by Candyl Eyster | Sep 12, 2016 | monday motivation, spirituality, Spiritual Care, monday message
A woman named Candy Chang was feeling deeply sad after losing someone dear to her. To help her cope with her grief, she got permission to paint the side of an abandoned house in her neighborhood in New Orleans with chalkboard paint. On it, she stenciled the beginning...
