The Grief Recovery Method – Support and Effective Recovery Tools

Definitions

Grief is:

• the normal and natural reaction to a significant emotional loss of any kind
• the conflicting feelings caused by the end of, or change in, a familiar pattern of behavior
• a neglected and misunderstood process
• a unique experience for everyone

Sources

Based on the Holmes-Rahe Stress Scale, there are more than 40 sources of grief. A few of the familiar ones are:

• death of a loved one
• divorce
• dismissal from work
• child leaving home

With “change” as an important element in our definition, we can include:

• change in residence
• retirement

Myths

Being the misunderstood process that grief is, we receive erroneous and unhelpful messages – very often from our families, as well as from society at large – about how to manage our feelings after a loss. Have you heard any of these?

• Don’t feel bad/sad/scared
• Replace the loss
• Grieve alone
• Grief just takes time
• Be strong – be strong for others
• Keep busy

If you’re looking for grief support, the Grief Recovery Method can help! It builds and enhances coping skills and provides very effective grief recovery tools.

Click here for information on the process and fees.