Working through Grief
Have patience and continue to talk to friends,
family or professionals about your feelings.
TIPS
- Let others help you -- and ask for help when you need it.
- Maintain a pattern for eating, waking and going to sleep.
Keep routines consistent, especially for children.
- Share the burden; talk to people about what you are going through. If necessary, seek professional advice or help
from a member of the clergy.
- Try to eat and drink things that are healthy for you.
- Avoid taking medications unless prescribed by your
physician. Never take medications prescribed for others.
- Prepare yourself for times in the future when grief
may surprise you. It's not unusual for the first year of
anniversaries and events to go by in a blur. For some,
grief wells up unexpectedly in the second year. Have
patience and continue to talk to friends, family or
professionals about your feelings.
No two people -- even close family members -- cope with loss
the same way. Don't rush. Be patient with yourself and others who expect you to "get over it." You will never really get over it, but you will come
to terms with this death over time.
Continue Reading:
Signs of Healthy Grief |
Signs of Unhealthy Grief |
Seeking help
Acknowledgement
Keep routines consistent, especially for children.
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updated 01/2013
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