Coping With Stress From Bereavement
Friday 05 August, 2016.
Coping with stress related to bereavement, in a positive way, does not just happen easily and naturally.
Bereavement due to death, loss of a job, loss of a relationship or any loss that severely changes our everyday world is happening more frequently as we face recession and other life difficulties…
The important thing is how we handle it…
Find out what stress symptoms to look out for if you have experienced a loss… Feelings of emotional unbalance are normal and must be respected and worked with.
KTOE Life After Loss ~ Radio Interview with Marty Tousley, Bereavement Counselor
Bereavement Counselor Marty Tousley, CNS-BC, FT discusses dealing with grief the first year and beyond. She also discusses her online grief courses. Listen to radio interview here. |
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Marty Tousley, CNS-BC, FT, is the instructor of The First Year of Grief: Help for the Journey and A Different Grief: Coping with Pet Loss.
How to Cope with Stress Due to Bereavement
- Firstly you need to take responsibility for your actions and reactions. Coping with stress is ultimately your responsibility. Don’t be afraid to ask for assistance or counselling, it takes a brave strong person to ask for help. Find a good friend to talk to, or even better, an independent person who is qualified in this field. Often a good listening shoulder is just what you need in order to offload. Talking about the person (or pet) and about your emotions helps YOU to understand those unanswered feelings of loneliness or isolation.
- Find a comfortable way to express yourself and your emotions. A good way is to write a letter to the person telling them how you are feeling or maybe write a poem or a song about them. Remember that we are all unique and we all express ourselves differently; if you are artistic then paint a picture about the person. This is a great help in coping with stress and loss!
- Keep something of theirs close to you, a photo or a piece of jewellery maybe. Although memories can be painful in the beginning, over time they will become a pleasure and a comfort.
- Exercising is important and although it is the last thing you feel like doing it helps to release excess energy. It is also a way of letting go of frustration and of any feelings of anger you may be harbouring. Find out about relaxation techniques to help you relax and remain calm… So important!
- Be kind to yourself and reaffirm to yourself that it is quite normal to be feeling the way you do. Remind yourself that it is a natural part of the mourning process.
- Remember to eat and keep yourself as healthy as you possibly can. Pay attention to your diet! Eat foods that help your body cope with stress.
- Change the feeling in your living space? Have a look at Feng Shui Tips to find out how to create a joyful or peaceful energy in your home.
- Knowing the 7 Stages of Grief and Healing helps in coping with stress from loss.
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