Grief & Loss

10 TIPS FOR DEALING WITH GRIEF & LOSS

• Remember there is no “right way” to grieve.
• Understand that people experience a variety of emotions; there may be emotional highs and lows.
• Give yourself permission to grieve and express your emotions.
• Be patient with yourself; recognize it takes time to heal.
• Seek support from friends, family, and loved ones.
• Take care of yourself by eating well-balanced meals, getting plenty of sleep, and exercising regularly.
• Write down your thoughts, especially if you are having trouble sleeping.
• Do not attempt to numb emotional pain with drugs or alcohol.
• Try to avoid making major life decisions or taking on new responsibilities.
• Create ways of remembering your loved one.

GRIEF & LOSS RESOURCES

Understanding Grief, Loss and Tragedy
Coping with Grief & Loss
The Center for Prolonged Grief
The Shared Grief Project
What’s Your Grief?
Local Grief Support Groups
The Dinner Party
Surviving a Suicide Loss: Resource and Healing Guide
Grief Support for Suicide Loss Survivors
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Groups
How to Cope with Traumatic Events