How to Cope With Death

People fear death and almost everyone has a different idea of what death actually is. Nevertheless, the fact that death will enter our lives as part of the life experience is something we all must accept. Death is not always easy to accept. Grieving is an emotional and slow process. Here are a few steps on how to cope with death.

Instructions

• 1

  Allow yourself the time to grieve. Talk openly and honestly. Do not be afraid to let your feelings show. The worst thing one can do is to keep grieving feelings inside.

• 2

  Cry whenever you feel like it. It is okay to cry. You have lost someone very dear to you. Crying shows how much you love and miss them. Crying will help you feel better.

• 3

  Let time pass. It takes time to go through the grieving process. You will never forget the person who died, and you will always have some degree of hurt in your heart. However, it will get easier to cope with over time.

• 4

  Explore feelings and experiences about death. Discuss feelings such as loneliness, anger and sadness openly and honestly with other family and friends. Join a death and grieving support group. Support groups are great ways to meet and talk with other people who have been through a similar experience.

• 5

  Take good care of yourself. Eat well-balanced meals and get plenty of rest. Your health is very important during this time. You may want to see a doctor and discuss the feelings and depression you are feeling.

• 6

  Be patient. It takes time to heal. Some days will be better than others.