Seven Steps for Resolving Grief

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Dealing with the death of a loved one is among the most difficult experiences we encounter throughout life. VNA Care Network & Hospice’s bereavement counselors recommend taking the following steps to cope with a loss:

Allow time to experience thoughts and feelings openly.
Acknowledge and accept your emotions and feelings — positive or negative.
Use a journal to document your thoughts and feelings.
Confide in a trusted individual; tell the story of your loss.
Identify any unfinished business and try to come to a resolution.
Share grief with others experiencing a similar loss by joining a bereavement support group (see VNA Care Network & Hospice's upcoming groups).
Seek professional help when your grief becomes overwhelming and your feelings are out of control.