December Happenings
At our last meeting for the year, our group members, who lost a loved one to suicide, shared their feelings. They thanked one another for support and comfort given and received. We ate dinner and gave one another encouragement for the coming holiday season
Red Bird Center therapists, Marjorie Kosoy and Sheryl Levin, were busy during the holiday season. They spoke at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, at "It's My Heart" organization and for the Hadassah President's Board Meeting.
Coping With Loss During The Holidays
The holidays can be poignant. The absence of our loved one is very present. We feel the pain of our loss once again as we gather together. How do we celebrate? How do we honor those who are no longer at the table?
1. Don't expect too much of yourself. Grief can be exhausting.
2. Have a family meeting and decide who is going to do certain chores for the celebration.
3. Revisit traditions. Decide which traditions you want to keep and which you might want to change.
4. Give yourself permission to smile. Don't feel guilty if you are able to enjoy parts of the holiday celebration.
5. Get plenty of rest and exercise. Eat healthy foods.
6. You might want to do something to honor your loved one. This may include: telling stories, sharing memories, serving his/her favorite food, starting a new tradition in his/her memory.
7. Seek support from those who care. Grieving can be difficult work.
If you have additional ideas, we would love to hear from you!
Please visit our website for information about our current group offerings.
We will be starting a new reading based therapy group after the first of the year. This group will meet at lunch time.
