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Everyone deals with loss differently, and it’s important to remember there’s no right or wrong way to grieve. When you’ve lost a loved one, learning to cope with pain and grief so you may move on with your life is essential, and something that the staff at Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home in Sparta, WI, always stresses to clients.

If you or someone you know is dealing with a loss, consider following these suggestions for effectively managing the grief:

  • Acknowledge The Pain: Ignoring pain from the loss of a loved one does not make the grief go away it only worsens it. Facing the loss and pain you feel is the best approach.
  • Don’t Force Yourself To Be Strong: Feeling sad, scared, and lonely following the death of a loved one doesn’t mean you’re weak, it just means you’re grieving. If you feel like crying, go ahead and cry. It’s okay if you don’t put on your “brave” face.
  • Follow The Five Stages: In 1969, psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross named a concept that is now known as the “five stages of grief.” These stages include denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. If you realize you're going through these stages, know it’s completely normal and you’ll heal in time.
  • Understand The Process May Take a Year or More: It was originally believed that grief should last about a year, but, more recently, it has been recognized that the grieving timeframe may be different for everybody. Take the time you need to accept your loss.

There is no such thing as a typical loss, so don’t feel pressured to bury your grief if you still need time to cope. Navigate your grief as you see fit, and look for healthy outlets that help you learn from and cope with your pain.

For information on the grieving process, funeral arrangements, cremation services, and more, visit Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home online or give them a call at (608) 269-6666.

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