HELP FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE - What You Can Do Today

If you look for advice on dealing with grief, you will likely find a myriad of ideas-some more helpful than others. Perhaps that is because, as mentioned  earlier, everyone grieves differently .  What works for one person may not work for someone else.

Even so, there are some basic guidelines that have proved practical for many.  They are frequently cited by grief counselors, and they echo timeless principles found in an ancient book of wisdom, the Bible.

1: ACCEPT SUPPORT FROM FAMILY AND FRIENDS

* Some experts consider to be the most important factor in getting through grief.  Yet, at times, you may want to be alone. You may even feel irritated  at those who are trying to help you.  This is normal.

* Do not feel that you must always be around others, but do  not completely push them away either.  After all, you may need their support in the future. Kindly let others know what you need at the moment and what you do not.

* According to your needs, find a balance between time with other people and time alone.  

Principle: "Two are better than one . . . For if one of them falls, the other can help his partner up." - ECCLESIASTES 4:9, 10.



Next time: HELP FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE -- 2. WATCH YOUR DIET, AND MAKE TIME FOR EXERCISE

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