If you are going through grief for any reason your body will tell you to slow down. It’s not wise to power through. Here are some practices that will honor your grief and restore your energy:
- Reduce unnecessary commitments. If you feel depleted, ask yourself what you can place on hold for now?
- Don’t start new major projects or make major decisions. You may feel impulsive about moving but take a moment.
- Move more slowly. Don’t rush around and place more stress on your body.
- Feel your feelings. Take breaks to allow you to experience your grief.
- Connect to your spirituality. Believe in a higher power.
- Spend daily or regular time in nature. Even a walk in your neighborhood park is calming.
- Practice mindful movement such as yoga or tai chi. They help you slow down and notice what is happening in your body.
- Reduce high intensity workouts based on how you feel.
- Talk to supportive people, someone who won’t judge you.
- Take time off of work, rest on the weekends, and find ways to do less during this challenging time.
Try one strategy at a time and see which ones resonate with you. Listen to your heart and do what is best for you. Don’t let anyone rush you during this season.
