What to say to yourself when grief takes hold
April 30, 2008 by Anna Farmery
Filed under Loneliness, Guilt & Depression
Over the months I have learned how important it is to talk to yourself…not in a mad way! But in a way that helps you cope with the feelings of grief and depression. When I am down I say
- You ARE strong..look how you have coped since his death….
- Just take each minute, each hour, each day at a time…
- You will get through this moment, it is your heart just needing a little rest in its battle to cope…allow it a moment.
- Tears are not a sign of weakness, tears are a sign of someone who has had the joy of loving
- I cannot change what has happened, I wish I could but I can’t…so I need to concentrate on coping with the future not trying to live in the past.
- If I feel in a mess…I just write down 3 clear actions that I will take
When you are feeling depressed, it is important to think positively….and talk in positive ways to yourself. I know that is not easy, however the more you try the easier it gets…I promise!
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