Dealing with grief

 Dealing with grief can be a difficult process but there are healthy ways to cope with pain and eventually move on with life[\[1\]](https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm).

Here are a few tips that may help:

1.  Allow yourself to experience the full range of emotions that come with grief including sadness, anger, and frustration as they are normal and a necessary part of the healing[\[1\]](https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm).

2.  Reach out to family and friends for support[\[1\]](https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm). They can offer a listening ear or a shoulder to cry on when you need it most.

3.  Take care of yourself both physically and emotionally[\[1\]](https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm). This includes eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, and doing things that you enjoy.

4.  Try to establish a routine that adds structure and predictability to your day, as it can help reduce stress[\[2\]](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-practice/201301/5-tips-managing-grief-and-loss).

5.  Join a support group[\[1\]](https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm). Talking with people who have experienced a similar loss can help you feel less isolated.

6.  Consider seeking professional help from a counselor or therapist. They can help you navigate through the grief process and provide coping strategies[\[1\]](https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm).

Remember, healing from grief takes time. Be patient, kind to yourself, and know that it is okay to not be okay.

#### Sources:

1.  <https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm>

2.  <https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-practice/201301/5-tips-managing-grief-and-loss>