It’s natural to want to help someone who’s suffering, but grief is no time for a know-it-all. Loss is a highly individualized experience and affects each of us differently. How one responds depends on many factors, includingpersonality, coping andattachmentstyles, biology, life exper...
Yesterday I watched a beautiful video on dealing with grief, and the parts that resonated with me the most were around the concept of dealing with and accepting grief, and also how to be there for someone who is grieving. When someone experiences grief, whether through the death of someone,...
offering kind words, cups of tea and as much support as we possibly can. Witnessing someone you care about struggling through grief is hard, and it can be difficult to know what to say. Once all the tea has been drunk, and the obvious words of condolences have been uttered, what do...
If you are still struggling and not getting the help you need from friends and relatives, do not be afraid to try professional services. A grief counselor, support group, religious or community leader, or therapist can be an incredibly good resource—not just for handling your grief, but for...
6 practical tips and ideas for coping with and navigating grief in a healthy way. Common myths and misconceptions about grief. Answers to many frequently asked questions and concerns about grief like how long it should last, how to help someone else who’s grieving, and much more. Extra reso...
Here are the seven stages of grief: Disbelief:There is initial disbelief and shock when you lose someone or something you love. You tend to ask yourself: What just happened? Denial:You can’t believe what happened and as a result, it’s difficult to accept the reality of your situation....
Grief refers to an individual’s feelings, behaviors, and thoughts as they cope with death. For example, someone who is grieving may experience sadness, isolate themselves from others, and believe that they could have done more to prevent the death of their loved one. Numerous factors will det...
Reminding myself that everyone grieves differently.I tend to be private in my most intense times of grief. I’m not comfortable sharing my tears with others. But there are others in our family who take great comfort in sharing their grief. Neither process is wrong, but it’s so important...
Tempesta, Daniella, LCSW.“The Perils of Platitudes–What Not To Say To Someone Who Is Grieving (And What You Can Do Instead!)” HuffPost News, June 4, 2016. Accessed June 14, 2019. Medical Disclaimer The Recovery Village aims to improve the quality of life for people struggling with sub...
It can also be a difficult time if you or someone close to you have recently lost a loved one. In a time when the holidays are meant for spending moments with family and creating new memories, it can be hard for those who are grieving to be in a jolly mood. Old memories and times...