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5 Effective And Healthy Strategies To Work Though Grief by Lizzie Weakley.

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Losing someone dear to you can be emotionally and mentally draining, and at times, it can all feel overwhelming. Grief is a normal response to loss, and while it may seem challenging to find a way forward, there are several strategies that can help you work through it effectively and healthily. This blog post will look at five effective and healthy strategies that can help you work through grief, including counselling, self-care, and finding a support system.

Grief Counselling

Grief counselling is one of the most effective strategies to work through grief. At counselling, you can talk about your feelings, thoughts, and emotions about your loss, which helps you to understand your grief and find ways to work through it healthily. A counsellor can provide you with a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings, learn coping techniques that work for you, and offer helpful suggestions to help you move forward. You could also consider joining a bereavement group, where you can listen to others and share your experiences of grief.

Self-Care

Grief can take a toll on your physical health, both emotionally and mentally. Practicing self-care is essential in helping you work through your grief effectively. Ensure that you take time to care for yourself by getting enough sleep, eating well, exercising, and engaging in activities that make you feel happy and fulfilled. Engaging in mindfulness practices like yoga, meditation, and deep breathing exercises can also help you feel calm and reduce anxiety.

Find a Support System

You don’t have to go through grief alone; surrounding yourself with people who care for you can help you manage and work through your grief healthily. You can find a support system in close friends, family members, or professional caregivers like hospice workers. The support system will offer you an ear to listen to, a shoulder to cry on, and will help you to continue with your day-to-day activities.

Journalling

Writing down your emotions and thoughts about your loss can be cathartic and helpful in working through your grief. Journalling helps you to identify and understand your feelings, and it gives you an outlet to express your emotions without fear of judgment from others. By exploring your emotions through writing, you can heal your emotional pain and find a way forward.

Seek New Experiences

The loss of someone or something dear to you can make the world seem dull and uninteresting. However, seeking new experiences can help you work through your grief. As scary as it may seem, engaging in new activities or pursuing new hobbies can distract your mind from your grief and help you get back to your normal routine. New experiences can offer you a sense of fulfillment, joy, and purpose.

Everyone grieves differently, but it’s vital to find a strategy that works for you and helps you work through your grief healthily. Grief takes time, and it may be a bumpy road, but with time, you can find ways to move forward while still remembering and loving the person you lost.

Hopefully these five effective and healthy strategies will offer some guidance to those who are mourning and trying to work through their grief. Remember that it’s okay not to be okay, and seeking help is a strength, not a weakness.

This blog was written by freelance writer Lizzie Weakley.

How to help others with their Mental Health when you live with it yourself.

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Dealing with mental health problems is tough, especially when there is a stigma. ”Man up? Why don’t you man up?!” (you don’t need to). However, you get to a point where you strike a balance that lets you lead a healthy and productive lifestyle. You’re on an even keel, which is essential as it stops the intense emotions and feelings.

Still, this isn’t the end of your journey. Once you get to a point where you feel you are on top of things, you might want to help others reach the same summit. After all, there’s no greater sensation than giving back. Here’s what you need to do.

Reach Out

You understand the warning signs better than anybody because you’ve been through the ordeal. You also know that people who are finding life difficult tend to bottle up their emotions and push them deep down. As a result, the likelihood of a fellow sufferer reaching out isn’t realistic. Instead, they’ll suffer in silence. Reaching out can be as basic as asking them if they are okay, or letting them know that they have a shoulder to lean on if they want. And, with the development of tech such as Zoom, you don’t have to be in the same room to eliminate loneliness or anxiety.

Share Your Story

Be honest – did you open up to anyone who asked about your issues? No, because it’s tough when there isn’t a sense of empathy. People who haven’t experienced what it’s like don’t understand, making it hard to relate to the pain. You’re different. Having dealt with it, you are better positioned than anyone to offer advice. Of course, they don’t know that until you share your story. Revealing what you went through will encourage them to trust you, ensuring your advice doesn’t fall on deaf ears.

Make It Your Career

If you love helping others and have a passion for mental health, you should consider turning it into a career. Your experience makes you well placed to get to grips with the complexities of the industry, and the advancements in technology mean it’s easier than ever to become certified. Becoming a counsellor is never a walk in the park, but some features make it simpler to juggle. For example, attending an online course instead of being on-campus. Or, doing it part-time to ensure it doesn’t overwhelm you and get in the way of your routine. You’ve got something to offer, so don’t be afraid to show it!

Be Flexible

Due to your success story, you will want everyone to try the method you used because it has had positive results. That’s perfectly acceptable since people draw on their experiences when helping others. However, no two individuals are the same, which means you must be flexible when providing your opinions. Sure, you can lead with what assisted you, yet it’s essential to keep an open mind and encourage whatever makes them happy. Also, never guarantee anything as there are no sure things with mental health.

It’s a process, an unpredictable one with lots of twists and turns, so you need to be prepared for ups and downs.



This article was written by a freelance writer.