How to Deal With Grief If you recognize that you are grieving, you may be wondering how to cope. There is no magic cure for grief. However, there are things you can do that will help ease the pain and move you toward healing. This process involves express- ing your thoughts and feelings, maybe again and again, in order to move through them. Talk about your feelings — Talking to family, friends, teachers, counselors, or other people you trust can help ease the emotional pain. Express your grief through writing, art or music — If you enjoy writing, try writing in a journal or writing a private blog each day to re- lease feelings, share thoughts about your loved one, and reflect on your hopes for the future. Other creative arts such as painting, drawing and playing an instrument all provide a way to channel what is inside you. Get physically active to get the stress out — If you prefer to do something active, continue to play your favorite sport, take frequent walks, or run in your neighborhood. There are benefits to staying active while you are grieving. Exercise releases endorphins, naturally produced in the body, that enhance the immune system, relieve pain and reduce stress.
Find a happy place — Meditation, deep breathing and laugh- ing can also produce endorphins. It’s okay to enjoy something funny and to laugh. Laughing the first time after you have
Find an outlet to express what you are feeling.
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