Let’s face it…we’re all going to die. Nobody wants to talk about it, but it’ll surely come for all of us, sooner or later. Just like paying taxes, death is a fact of life.
Yes, it’s not a question of if we’re going to die, rather it’s a question of when one’s going to face death.
The Coronavirus pandemic is taking out people’s lives every day in many parts of the world, hence this humble writing that will hopefully, help you get through your time of sorrow and grief brought about by a natural end-of-life cause or from that of the Covid-19 crises.
Having said that, here are 5 Ways to Cope With the Loss of a Loved One.
- Take time to mourn. Even though it may be difficult, talk with friends and family about your loved one and about the emotions you’re feeling. Participate in memorials to not only honor the deceased, but also to help give you closure and accept the loss.
- Don’t turn to bad health habits for comfort. Drinking alcohol, overeating or not eating at all will not give your body the nutrients it needs to stay mentally balanced. Ask your doctor for a medicine or supplement formulated to reduce stress, reduce depression and improve sleep.
- Get it out on paper. Write a letter to your loved one who passed away, explaining how you’re feeling and the characteristics and moments that you’ll never forget about the person.
- Take steps to help others. Selfless actions, such as giving blood, can help give you a sense of purpose at a time when things seem out of your control.
- Believe that you will get through your loss. By taking things one day at a time, you will begin to heal knowing that, though a special person has passed, your love for the person will live on.
The loss or death of someone dear to you can create tremendous amounts of stress for those affected, causing feelings such as numbness, guilt, and anger. But though it may be difficult to manage your feelings after a tragedy, there are ways that you can cope. Whether it was expected or sudden, the death of a family member is never easy.
Yes, the death of a loved one is very traumatic and can be paralyzing. The good thing is you’re not alone feeling the way you feel and there’s plenty of support for you out there. The death of a family member must not be the end of life for you. You may still have other family members who love you and cares about you. Be positive and stay strong in your love, hope, and faith. Life’s still good.
I hope these 5 ways to cope with the loss of a loved one or family help you think more clearly and put things into perspective so that much of the worry, sadness, and sleeplessness will not be so overwhelming and damaging for you to carry both mentally and physically. Bless you and take care.
Thank you for writing about this difficult topic. Great tips!
Loss of loved ones is very difficult to handle. These are very helpful tips from you to get things in perspective.
You don’t know how much it meant for me to come across this wonderful, caring article. I am in the midst of grieving for my younger brother. A very compassionate piece. Thank you for sharing.
Sorry to hear about your brother. Please take care 🙂
This is definitely not an easy thing for anyone to work through. Thanks for such a great review on how to deal with this kind of grief!
I think getting it out on paper is a great suggestion! Sometimes it is that simple act that helps you to release things that are inside. I also think our society doesn’t really support people’s mourning. They want drive-through grief and get back to your life. It’s a lot of pressure. Thanks for the encouragement.
Acknowledging that you’re suffering and turning to a trusted medical professional for advice, direction and support is a great suggestion. It may be a temporary but really challenging phase of loss, and getting through it will take self-compassion. Your grieving needs will also change over time. Great suggestions!