– The loss of your loved one
– The changes in your life

– Physically
– Emotionally
– Spiritually

– Pain, emptiness, restlessness
– Anger, guilt, remorse
– Hopelessness and loneliness

– Time to heal
– Time to think and remember
– Someone to talk to

• Crying is an acceptable and healthy expression of grief and a release of built-up tension.  Cry freely as you feel the need.
• Try to maintain a balanced diet, get rest and moderate exercise.  Avoid the use of drugs and alcohol.
• Give yourself extra lifts:  hot baths, afternoon naps, a trip, time with special people, a walk in the woods, a favourite food.
• Talk about your loss.  This is the most important thing you can do to reduce the pain.
• Accept yourself.  Be gentle with yourself and reach out for help.  It will help you cope and support you. to heal.

Remember your loved ones in our special annual non-denominational service held each November at Assumption Parish, Saint John West.