How to Recover the Loss of Loved Ones in a Healthy Manner

The pandemic taught us that the very existence of our loved ones is an underestimated blessing. Experiencing their loss is echoed in every aspect of our lives as it disturbs us emotionally, mentally, and even physically.

You may have heard about the five stages of grief: Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance. Everyone undergoes them, but each at their own pace to reach recovery at the end. Additionally, solid social support and healthy habits heavily contribute to the recovery process. Therefore, we will provide you with ways to recover from the loss of loved ones healthily.

Vent out

Many people find solace in speaking to friends yielding to deciphering feelings that speed up the healing process. On the other hand, bottled-up emotions lead to unbearable sadness.

Acknowledge your feelings

As you find yourself bursting with exhausting emotions, it’s vital to accept and express your feelings the way that suits you best. For instance, not all people necessarily find crying comforting. Consequently, you won’t be cold-hearted if you find peace in another way, like revisiting reminiscent places or looking at photographs.

Celebrate the lives of your loved ones

While anniversaries could be an opportunity for commemoration and honor, it’s unfortunately not an option these days. Instead, sharing stories and listening to your loved one’s favorite music revive your memories together. You might also consider donating an amount of money to a charity after their name.

Find comfort in spirituality

The religious traditions of mourning could veritably facilitate the healing process. Talk to religious men if you prefer. You may want to start diving into spirituality as a means to find comfort. It’s not only about rituals like praying, but also meditation or even Yoga exercises can help you find peace.

Deviate from maladaptive behaviors

Don’t resort to smoking, drinking, gambling, or drugs to avoid sorrow. In contrast, they’ll negatively impact your mental and physical health.

Watch over your family

As the whole family is widely engulfed in grief, try to ensure they are healthy as the grieving process, oftentimes, takes a toll on the body.

Grieving the loss is not letting go. It works as a catalyst to rejuvenate a sense of purpose. It enables people to feel peaceful after the loss by freeing up all the negative emotions related to the loss experience. While the pain and agony seem intolerable, and grieving is assuredly overwhelming, it’s essentially inevitable to undergo a healthy process to thrive eventually.

Monica Mamdouh