Let it go

“Anything you lose comes round in another form”

Remember, that one friend, who felt like the closest and was the one you imagined your life with but slowly you realized, that wasn’t the case; the toy you played with throughout your childhood days was given away long back, because it did not feel as close as it used to be; the place which became your temporary space but slowly turned into home but you had to leave and settle somewhere else; your daily go-to shop got closed down and you started working somewhere else eventually and of course, when you lost someone close to you but with time, you made peace with it and let it go. 

It may not always be easy to let go of such important aspects of life. Some of the following coping mechanisms may be beneficial for grieving people to adopt in order to process and accept their loss:

- To better comprehend what occurred and to memorialize your friend or family member, talk about the loss with friends or coworkers. Avoidance can result in isolation and interfere with your support networks' ability to help you heal.

- You might feel a variety of feelings, such as grief, rage, or even weariness. All of these emotions are common, so it's critical to acknowledge them as they arise. A certified psychologist or other mental health professional can help you deal with your feelings and figure out how to get back on track if you feel stuck or overpowered by these emotions.

- Take good care of your family and yourself. Your physical and emotional health can benefit from eating wholesome meals, engaging in regular exercise, and getting enough sleep. The body might suffer as a result of sorrow.  Make sure to check in on your loved ones to ensure they are maintaining their health by taking the appropriate healthy steps.

- Everyone can cope more easily if they spend time with loved ones. These tiny actions, like telling stories or listening to your loved one's favorite music, can mean a lot to certain people. The additional benefit of helping others is that it improves your mood as well. 

- Friends and family may find it tough on the anniversaries of a lost loved one, but it can also be a moment to remember and commemorate them. You can decide to start a fund for the deceased's favorite charity, give a child the family name, or construct a garden in their honor. Whatever you decide, as long as it enables you to respect that special relationship in some way, is up to you.

The intensity of sadness typically diminishes over time, but grieving is an important process in order to overcome these feelings and continue to embrace the time you had with your loved one. These feelings may not just be limited to people you might have lost but also with the things or places you had to let go. It is natural to lose things with time in life and it is important to accept it in order to deal with the loss better and heal. It surely requires its fair share of time but it eventually can be managed.

NOTE - It is recommended to take professional help if grieving affects your daily life functioning.