Grief is one of the hardest things to overcome. The truth is, after a period of loss or grief, a part of us changes and we’re never completely the same. But what we can do is learn how to handle it for the better so we can learn and grow.
Living in perpetual grief is no way to live our lives and surely this is no way our loved ones would want us to live. This begs the question, “Is it possible to transform your grief into joy so your grief doesn’t overtake you?”
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Yes! Here are four strategies you can use to help turn your grief into joy.
1) Remember that your loved one is in your heart.
Although they may be physically gone, they’re still close by. You’re still able to speak to them, feel close to them, and have them in your life.
Any time you feel the need to feel closer to your loved one, go into a quiet room and close your eyes, then say a prayer or speak to them within your heart.
This simple strategy can be done at any time, and you can recall all the joys and happiness from you past to cheer you up.
2) Don’t stop talking about them.
If you love and miss this being so much, chances are there are others out there who feel the same way. Don’t stop talking about your loved ones just because they have physically passed away.
Talk about the memories, the good times, the bad times, the funny times, and the sad times. Just don’t stop talking and sharing with others about them.
If something reminds you of your loved one, tell others. Celebrate the amazing life they had and always keep their memory alive.
3) Create their legacy.
When someone we love passes on, we do not want people to forget the impact they made when they were here.
A simple idea is to do something in memory of them that will live on forever. For example, you can plant a tree, donate to their favorite charity, volunteer, or create a scholarship in their name.
4) Know they would want you to be happy.
The loved one you cared for so deeply would want you to be happy and deep down inside you know this too.
They would want you to go out and live your life to the fullest. Doing this does not mean you are forgetting them. They will always be with you in your heart.
It’s time to leave an impact on someone else just like your loved one impacted you. Pay it forward.
The loss of a loved one is never easy. We all take time to grieve our loss differently but there also comes a time when we must move forward. We need to adapt to a new normal while learning to carry our loved ones in our hearts and memories.
We must go out and make them proud of us, and they will continue to be right by our side as we move forward again.
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Those are 4 strategies to help turn grief into joy. Did any of these strategies resonate with you? Which method of moving forward has helped you the most? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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