On November 30, 2021, I received news that no one ever wants to receive. Which was that someone who was loved dearly was no longer with us.
It took some time for me to accept this new reality because I’ve never dealt with the loss of someone who made a significant impact in my life. While this loss is still so fresh, I am incredibly cautious of spending my time, thoughts, and sure that I give myself time to heal.
There isn’t a perfect way to grieve. However, you must take care of yourself during this difficult time. I hope this post is helpful and encourages you during your healing process. Here are 5 positive ways I’m dealing with losing a loved one!
HOW I’M DEALING WITH THE LOSS OF LOVED ONE
USING THIS AS AN OPPORTUNITY TO STRENGTHEN MY FAITH
I believe that everything we go through in life is an opportunity to grow our faith. Therefore, this is a great time to allow God to be everything He wants to be in our lives. I am experiencing many emotions and feelings that I’ve never felt before. I know that losing a loved one is difficult to process, and I remind myself each day that God is with me every step of the way.
Despite your loss of a loved one, God can be anything or anyone you need Him to be in this season of your life. If you need a friend, He’s there for you 24/7. If you need a father, He is more than ready to help you get through this challenging time.
God’s faithfulness is such a beautiful gift. Whether it’s through prayer, reading His Word, or worship, use this time to grow your faith and experience who God is to you!
APPRECIATING THOSE WHO ARE THERE FOR SUPPORT
When you lose someone, your life never goes back to “normal.” And you don’t just heal overnight.
When you’re facing a loss of a loved one, it’s important to appreciate those who are supportive during this time rather than focusing on those who aren’t.
Surround yourself with positive people who support you and what you’re going through. Don’t expect everyone to show up for you because everyone is busy living their own lives but do appreciate the people who reach out and are supportive when you need them the most.
DOING THINGS THAT BRING ME JOY
I’m grieving the loss of a loved one by doing things that bring me joy. But, as I mentioned earlier, I am being very cautious of everything I do to make decisions that positively contribute to my well-being. A few things I am doing daily to move forward and nourish myself are:
- Experiencing God’s peace everyday
- Making self-care a priority
- Talking to loved ones daily
- Keeping my space tidy
- Sovling a Jigsaw Puzzle
- Journaling
REMINISCING THE GOOD MOMENTS
While I’m still coping with the loss of a loved one, I can’t help but think about all of the good moments, memories, and the impact this person made in my life.
Although those memories bring on a lot of positive emotions, they remind me of how blessed I am to have known and been a part of this particular person’s life, and they will always have a special place in my heart.
GIVING MYSELF TIME TO HEAL
Even though this is my first time losing someone who played such an important role in my life, I am giving myself time to heal and feel any emotions that I experience.
Releasing those feelings is vital and plays a significant role in your grieving process. If you need to cry, vent, or need strength, don’t be afraid to reach out to a loved one, a friend, or your spouse for support.
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