​3 Themes When Moving through Grief

When you lose your spouse, your whole world changes. Grieving is a process, so try to follow these three (3) themes as your journey through your grief.
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1. YOU: It is about you now and your healing. Although sad, you are the one alive. Do whatever works for you. Do not let anyone dictate what you should or should not do. Maybe, for once in your life, permit yourself some selfishness.
2. Work THROUGH your grief. Instead of keeping busy to avoid your grief, do not walk around it, going in circles. Face it; confront it head-on. Other people may tell you to “just keep busy,” but doing so only delays your healing.​
3. Do ONE thing. Force yourself to do one thing each day. This may simply be making your bed, eating one healthy thing, getting dressed, returning one phone call, or cleaning a drawer. One little step each day helps you gain strength.