As directors of funeral homes in Freeport, IL. we get it. We understand how after your loved one passes away you are not going to be thinking of your own mental wellness. We understand how you will feel lack of motivation and focus. However, we also understand how important it is at this time to nourish your wellness and how it can actually help you with the grieving process.
While you may not feel like you want to turn your attention inward, you absolutely need to make sure you are working on keeping your mental state healthy at this time. While focusing on your mental health won’t take all of the pain away, it will give you a fighting chance to help balance it out better. Here are some tips on ways to nourish your mental health while grieving.
Meditation has been shown again and again to have many positive impacts on the body and mind. That’s why it is perfect activity for when you are grieving. If you have trouble meditating on your own, follow along to a guided meditation with either an in-person class or online with sites like YouTube. And don’t worry, you don’t have to meditate for hours to gain its benefits. A simple 10-15 minute session can do your body and soul wonders.
Meet some friend out and have lunch, or dinner, or breakfast, or go shopping. The point here isn’t so much what activity you do, it is more about getting out of the house and spending time with those people who love and adore you and can remind you that you are not alone. Although you may not feel up to laughing or staying out long, even a quick bite with a friendly face can life your mood.
Nothing can nourish your soul quite like nature can. Spending time in this environment brings along feelings of calm, quiet, reflection, and peace. You also get a chance to feel connected to something bigger than yourself and sometimes can find new perspectives about life and death. Whether you go for a hike or just sit quietly, spending time in nature can truly feed your soul and mental wellness.
You may be well aware how physical exercise is good for the body, but it is also incredibly good for the mind. When you exercise, you release endorphins. These endorphins help lift you mood making you overall more happy. Exercise also allows you to release tension and emotions leaving you feeling refreshed and recharged afterwards. Also, by having more blood flow to the brain, exercise can help you think more clearly which can come in handy if you are having to handle all of your loved one’s affairs.
While it is perfectly normal in the grieving process to put your own wellness on hold, it doesn’t mean that it’s a good option. In fact, focusing a little on yourself and nourishing your mind and soul can actually help you face your grief and balance your emotions.
As directors of funeral homes in Freeport, IL., we get how difficult this can be. We want you to know we are here for you. If you need any help or further resources about dealing with grief or would like to get more information about our service options, please give us a call or come by anytime.