Baby Grief Steps
When loss interrupts our natural rhythms of life, when too much change changes our capacity to see past the next moment, when we are sliding down a ravine, out of control, we might need a little assistance to gather ourselves together again. Even Humpty Dumpty needed help. Unlike “all the king’s men” there is real help for grieving and broken hearts one baby step at a time.
Comfort the Grieving in Your Own Skin!
Keep in mind that it takes a zoo to comfort a grieving friend. All types of comforting friends, each doing your part to come along and support those who mourn are what makes a positive difference in the lives of the bereaved. The risk is to think others are doing something and they might not be doing anything.
Why Not PYSOP?
Put Your Stuff On Paper/PYSOP has nothing to do with school. If writing seemed like a struggle for you, reframe Pysoping this way: Pysoping is to the broken heart what Drano is to a clogged drain! It is a release valve that allows your emotions to flow freely in a safe place on paper. There are no grammar, spelling, or handwriting rules to follow when we PYSOP. So put pen to paper fearlessly. Let all your thoughts and emotions, questions, and fears flow out from your body and heart. Our emotions are messy, disorganized, random, and unpredictable. What goes on paper should reflect what is in the heart.
How to “BE THERE” for a Grieving Friend
“Being There” for a grieving friend is less intimidating than you think. Discover 6 ways you can “Be There.”
How to Support The Mourning Man Next Door
Partnering with a grieving friend is sacred work. Wise comforting friends take it one day at a time with them. The needs of the grieving change, making our flexibility our best response.
