Overcoming Loss and Moving Forward
Grief therapy in Philadelphia: Lost your job, your home, a loved one, or a beloved pet ? There are many forms of loss, and all are felt individually on a very personal level. Loss is losing or being deprived of something you once had. It can have a profound effect on your life. It can stop you from socializing, blind you to other interests, make you feel angry and take you emotionally away from those who love you. It can impact your job, your home, your finances, and your relationships. It is a real emotion that can run deep.
Regardless of the type of loss that you experienced, most people go through five stages of grief. With that being said, the cycle of grief is only a general guideline, and what exactly your grief looks like may differ not only from person to person, but by the actual type of loss that you may have experienced.
Developing a plan of action to help you work towards healing after a loss can be a critical step towards healing. Sometimes, a great beginning in the healing process is merely identifying where you are in the grief process . Others find developing a spiritual connection, keeping a spiritual journal nurturing. Spirituality for some are used as a moral compass that keeps pushing one forward. Regardless of what others tell you about the healing process after a major loss, it’s important to let go on your own terms. You may not have been able to decide when your loved one should die, or when to lose your job, but how you let go is something that you can do on your terms.
If you live in Center City Philadelphia and the surrounding regions, including the Main Line, Montgomery County, Bucks County, Chestery County, Cherry Hill and Southern New Jersey area and want to schedule an appointment for grief therapy / grief counseling call (267) 324-9564.
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A Gratitude Tree
A gratitude tree, is a self help exercise designed to teach people the art of positive thinking.
Creating a Collage to Cope with Grief
An artistic way to express your grief
End of Relationship Anxiety
It is normal to feel anxiety when a relationship ends
End of Relationship Depression
Understanding and Coping With Depression When a Relationship Ends
Handling Feelings of Anger After Loss
Working through your anger after a loss.
Keeping a Routine During the Grief Process
People who feel like they are lost in grief will find this tip helpful. This tip is designed to create structure during the grieving process.
Letting Go of Expectations
It's always good to strive for more, but sometimes when we have too many or too high of expectations, they can create rigid thinking of what's "supposed to be." Sometimes having no expectations can lead to the best results.
Losing a Pet
Typical thoughts and healing strategies.
Loss of someone you know
Loss of a loved one
Spiritual Connection
How a spiritual connection can facilitate your healing process.
The Power of Rituals When Grieving
Rituals can be an essential practice when grieving the loss of a loved one. Rituals and traditions can come in many forms, big or small. Sometimes finding the right ones that fit you, and represent your loved one takes time and practice.
Using Music to Cope With Grief
Learning how music can be a coping strategy for dealing with the grieving process.
Working Towards Healing After a Loss
Developing a plan of action.