Sunday Dec 17, 2023

Grief Part 2

In this episode, we continue our conversation about grief. We get more specific about ways we have coped with grief and provide examples of how others can be supported in their grief. You'll notice we both identify the important role counseling has played in our lives and grief experiences. And, we highlight other strategies including bereavement support groups, exercise, mindfulness, music, visual arts, writing, and connecting with others. As you consider what you might need, remember that each person is different. Your way may not be our way. Please also remember that there is support if you are in crisis.

Reach out to a mental health professional immediately if you are in crisis. Here are some additional resources:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

https://www.crisistextline.org/

Here are some resources for coping with grief:

https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2017/10/coping-grief

https://www.mskcc.org/news/coping-grief-7-things-remember-when-dealing-loss

https://www.mhanational.org/bereavement-and-grief

Here are some helpful tips about how to help others in their grief:

https://ctrinstitute.com/blog/supporting-someone-through-grief/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesnonprofitcouncil/2021/10/27/five-ways-you-can-use-your-own-experience-of-loss-to-help-others-who-are-grieving/?sh=26ad400e298c

Here is some information about mindfulness with some exercises: