Anitra Lahiri earned her bachelor’s degree in English from NYU and holds certifications in Yin Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Reiki I and II, Natural Health, and SMART Recovery Facilitator Training. She is also completing her 500-hour hatha yoga teacher training in December 2024. By leading addiction recovery meetings, teaching yoga, and writing about wellness, Anitra helps people all over the world bounce back from addiction, incarceration, or traumatic life events. Her passion is encouraging people to tap into their inner wisdom.
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Crisis Intervention Strategies to Help Someone Suicidal
Hearing that someone you love is suicidal can be terrifying. You might feel helpless or unsure what to do. Supporting someone close to you through a suicidal crisis puts you in a pivotal position during a critical time. This guide to crisis intervention strategies to help someone who is suicidal can equip you with theContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"
7 Stages of Grief & What to Expect After Loss
Grief is a universal human experience after loss. Despite its universality, it’s also an incredibly difficult period, especially if you’ve received a terminal diagnosis or lost a close loved one. Understanding the stages of grief can provide insight into navigating the process by explaining why you feel what you do and how to manage those intenseContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"
Managing Grief in the Workplace with Tips for Employees & Managers
Grief is a natural part of life, and inevitably it will eventually spill into the workplace. Both employees and organizational dynamics can be deeply impacted by grief, but creating a compassionate workplace culture can help mitigate the effect. Managers can support team members through grief in the workplace by providing bereavement policies, empathy training, andContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"
Medicare & Medicaid Benefits After Death
When a loved one passes away, you have happy memories of your time together, but you also mourn their loss. Grieving is emotionally difficult, but for close family members, there’s also the challenge of dealing with practical matters in the wake of a loved one’s death. If your loved one had benefits, you’ll need toContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"
How to Claim Social Security Survivor Benefits (Including VA Benefits)
When you lose a loved one, money may be the last thing on your mind. Despite this, bills still come. Fortunately, survivor benefits can help you cover those bills. This guide introduces survivor benefits from Social Security and the VA to simplify the process during a difficult time. Key Takeaways Claiming Social Security Survivor BenefitsContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"
How to Transfer Property Titles Before Death to Secure Your Legacy
By transferring property titles before death, you take control of your finances and benefit your heirs. Plan ahead, and your loved ones may avoid the lengthy probate process and take control of their new property smoothly and efficiently, leaving both you and your recipients with peace of mind. This guide addresses the most common waysContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"
The Importance of Nutrition & Hydration at the End-of-Life
Proper nutrition and hydration can look different for each person, depending on underlying conditions. As advanced illnesses progress, dietary requirements and recommendations may evolve. This guide addresses essential topics, including how to recognize when your loved one may need nutrition and hydration support and how to provide it. Key Takeaways Why Are Nutrition and HydrationContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"
Patient Advocacy & Healthcare Rights at the End-of-Life
Navigating end-of-life care can be complex. Ensuring a patient’s healthcare wishes are respected is key to them receiving dignified care. Patient advocacy helps people and their families communicate with healthcare providers and understand their healthcare rights. Key Takeaways What Is Patient Advocacy and Why Is It Important at the End of Life? Patient advocacy involves promotingContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"
Communication Strategies in Healthcare for Patients, Families & Professionals
Effective communication strategies in any kind of healthcare situation ensure the patient receives the treatment they need while honoring their preferences, something that is particularly important with end-of-life care. All parties involved play an integral role in communicating clearly and compassionately. Learn how to enhance communication in healthcare to provide compassionate and effective support. KeyContinue reading "Ani Lahiri"