Amanda Engel

Religion and Holidays

Passover

Passover celebrates the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt.

Religion and Holidays

Memorial Day

Rooted in the post-Civil War period, this United States holiday honors the sacrifices of soldiers who died in American wars.

Religion and Holidays

St. Patrick’s Day

This Catholic feast day transformed into a secular American holiday honoring the Irish diaspora in the United States.

Religion and Holidays

Stand Up to Cancer Day

Stand Up to Cancer Day typically coincides with a televised fundraising event. It is designed to raise awareness about cancer and cutting-edge research.

Religion and Holidays

Father’s Day

This United States holiday was designed to honor the special role of fathers.

Religion and Holidays

Mother’s Day

This United States holiday was created to honor one mother and now honors all mothers.

Religion and Holidays

ʿĀshūrāʾ

This Muslim holiday is significant for two different reasons: It commemorates the day that the red seas were parted for Musa (known to Jews and Christians as Moses) and his followers to escape, and also the martyrdom of Hussain ibn Ali, a grandson of the prophet Muhammad.

Religion and Holidays

Hanukkah

This eight-day festival of lights commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem and freedom from oppression.

Physical Health

What to Say: Late-Stage Illness

Comfort and love are key when supporting someone facing late-stage illness.

Grief

What to Say: Loss of a Loved One

Supporting a grieving person is more than just words.

Religion and Holidays

International Women's Day

This day commemorates and advocates for the advancement of women throughout the world.

Religion and Holidays

King Kamehameha Day

This Hawaiian holiday honors King Kamehameha the Great who united the Hawaiian islands.

Religion and Holidays

Black History Month

Themes of social activism, racial equality, and commemorating cultural and civil rights contributions are central to Black History Month.

Religion and Holidays

Arba'een

Arba’een commemorates the passage of 40 days after the Day of Ashura, the anniversary of the assassination of Hussain ibn Ali, the grandson of Muhammad.

Religion and Holidays

Groundhog Day

During this North American holiday, a Pennsylvanian groundhog predicts the end of winter.

Life Changes

What to Say: Moving

How to help your loved one through this stressful milestone

Religion and Holidays

New Year's Day

January 1st is celebrated throughout the world as the start of the year.

Life Changes

What to Say: New Pet

Help support your loved one as they acquire an animal friend.

Friendship Featured

How to Forgive

Learn how to let go and forgive.

Big Little Wins

Sometimes, our friends see the greatness within us before we see it in ourselves.

Communication

How to Nourish Your Friendships

Foster deeper, longer-lasting relationships with your friends.

Communication

Love Languages: Quality Time

Meet the needs of someone whose love language is quality time.

Parenting

What to Say: Children Entering Puberty

Puberty can be a challenging time for parents and children.

Physical Health

What to Say: Surgery

Surgery is a common experience, but each one is different.

Love and Relationships

What to Say: When You're Not Sure About Your Friend's Partner

Help support a friend through relationship challenges.