HELP FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE-What You Can Do Today

 2. WATCH YOUR DIET, AND MAKE TIME FOR EXERCISE


* A balanced diet will help with the stress that comes from dealing with grief.  Try to eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins.

* Drink plenty of water and other healthful liquids.

* If your appetite is low, eat small portions more frequently.  You may also ask your doctor about nutrition supplements.

* Brisk walks and other forms of exercise can lessen  negative emotions. Exercise can provide time to reflect on your loss or take a break from thinking about it.

Principle: "No one has ever hated his own body but he feeds it and takes care of it." - EPHESIANS 5:29. 

3. GET PLENTY OF SLEEP

* Sleep is always important, but this is especially so for those who are grieving, as grief can bring extra fatigue.

* Be careful with the amount of caffeine and alcohol you consume, as both can interfere with your sleep.

Principle: "Better is a handful o rest than two handfuls of hard work and chasing after the wind." - ECCLESIASTES 4:6.


Next time: Coping with Grief - BE FLEXIBLE

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