HOW TO DEAL WITH THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE – GRIEF

When it comes to dealing with the death of a loved one, it is important to remember that each person grieves differently. There will be many people who will offer advice on how you are “supposed” to grieve, but each person is different. For one person, grief might come in precise stages, but for another person, it will be a melding of different emotions and feelings.

People who have suffered the recent loss of a loved will often hear people tell them to “cheer up”, “be strong”, or that it is “time for them to move on with their lives.” However, what you must remember is that the grief is yours. It is not anyone else’s, and it is important for you to allow it run its natural course. Grieving is a process that is unique to each person, and you should not allow anyone to pressure you into grieving a certain way.

Grief will manifest itself in more than just feelings. It is also going to appear in your thought processes. For example, you might feel disbelief at the fact that your loved one is actually gone. It is not uncommon for your mental clarity to be muddled. It might be difficult for you to concentrate on anything. You might try to focus your attention on different things, but all you can think about is your loved one.