Coping With Grieve and Loss
An unfortunate part of life is losing someone close to us. This can be a really difficult time to work past. Today we are going to talk about healthy ways to cope.
Writing is always a great way to work out your feelings of anger and sadness. We like to get a special notebook or journal for just coping enteries. This helps keep it all in one area and you can also pick out a journal that reminds you of the person you lost. It’s good to write daily even on good days to say you had a happier day and what went on to make you happy. A good activity to include is to write a goodbye letter. Below is a worksheet to help you start your own.
It’s also important to remember that everyone grieves differently. Many people will be sad and angry but others cope differently. They may feel relieved or hide their feelings to others. There is no wrong way to cope as long as it’s not hurting you or those around you. How one person copes may not work for you. It may take a bit to find something that really works for you.
There are many different ways to cope with grieve. Some of our favorites are listed below. Take a look and see if something helps you channel your feelings and helps you make sense of your loss.
The most important thing to remember is you’re not alone. Talk with your friends, family, or trusted therapists about your feelings. Never be ashamed to admit you aren’t doing well. Loss is very hard and you shouldn’t deal with it alone!
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Here are some other great ways to cope with loss while in little space. ❤️
A build a bear with their favorite scent, dressed in something they liked, or with an audio recording. Having a stuffie of any kind, build a bear or not, is a great way to memorialize someone. You can hug them and talk to them.
Homemade therapy dough.
This is homemade playdough that has essential oils in it to help soothe and calm you. It’s important to find ways to release those emotions and oils are a fantastic way to calm yourself. You can make a favorite theme or use a scent that reminds you of your loved one.
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