The stuff of Grief

Grieving well is an art form, a life line, inherent to our well-being. Jesus promised us: "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33 NIV

Troubles, losses are a given in life. However our response to suffering can be live giving or life draining.

Here is a very good resource if you want to learn more about grief.

http://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief-loss/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm


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What is grief?

Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s the emotional suffering you feel when something or someone you love is taken away. The more significant the loss, the more intense the grief will be. You may associate grief with the death of a loved one—which is often the cause of the most intense type of grief—but any loss can cause grief, including:

Divorce or relationship breakup Loss of health Losing a job Loss of financial stability A miscarriage Retirement

Death of a pet Loss of a cherished dream A loved one’s serious illness Loss of a friendship Loss of safety after a trauma Selling the family home

The more significant the loss, the more intense the grief. However, even subtle losses can lead to grief. For example, you might experience grief after moving away from home, graduating from college, changing jobs, selling your family home, or retiring from a career you loved. "

Want to learn more? Follow the link to read about states of grief, finding support and other helpful info.

http://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief-loss/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm