How can I manage my grief?

When someone that you care about has passed away, it can sometimes be difficult to see yourself getting through this moment, and then the next. Finding ways to actively manage your grief can be difficult. It is important to remember that, for the most part, any feelings of despair and even anger are entirely normal. To help yourself continue with daily life, even in the days and weeks following your loved one’s passing, you can look into ways to try and manage your grief at a level that still allows you to function.

Jewellery

Little jewellery items and trinkets can help you to keep a connection to the person you love, without making it obvious to those around you. Buying a piece of feather jewellery from FIYAH is one way of keeping those memories alive while wearing an item that is subtle. In addition to this, it can give you something physical to remind you of the person, allowing you to manage your emotions better through having something tangible on you at all times. You can also get matching jewellery pieces for other family members, so you can remember them together whilst paying tribute to your lost loved one.

Talking therapies

There may come a time, while grieving, that you feel like your emotions are getting the better of you. There may also be signs of depression that you notice, whether they creep up on you gradually, or you suddenly notice a change in your actions or behaviour. If this does occur, you may benefit from speaking to a registered counsellor or mental health practitioner. This can help you to open up about how you are feeling and the struggles you have, as well as to find different coping mechanisms that will allow you to better manage your emotions and still function. This can help you to resume working, looking after your family and home, and other day to day activities that you need to complete.

Self care

Even when you feel a lot of grief, self-care is still important. Managing your usual daily routine, such as maintaining personal hygiene, and even taking time to acknowledge how you are feeling, is crucial to you being able to continue moving forward with your life. Taking the time to also engage in activities you enjoy, that will also relax and positively benefit you, can also help with your mental wellbeing. This could involve going for a walk, reading a book, or even soaking in the bath for a bit, to give yourself a bit of happiness during a dark time.

Managing your grief isn’t about hiding away how you are feeling. Instead, it is more about finding ways to acknowledge and work through your emotions, without allowing them to cause too much disruption in your daily life. By finding ways to manage your grief, you may also be more able to help your family work through their own feelings, which can benefit you all.