How To Deal With The Death Of A Loved One

Death, the idea of it, may be a well-known destiny, but when death comes, nobody is ever fully prepared for the onslaught of pain and shock. Moving on through the pain is what living is all about. The problem is, how can you really move on without that person who mattered more than anything to you?

• Support

Although many people feel that they would want to be left alone, the opposite is true. Human beings are social creatures, and the support of friends and family during the loss of a loved one is essential to helping you cope. The presence of those who care for you will gently help you move away from feelings of despair and loss. Their presence will act as a “filling up” of the loss you are experiencing.

• Spirituality

Looking for answers about death has been a quest for thousands of years. There has been no definitive answer to the mystery of death. But religious activities help with the accepting of death. Going to church, the synagogue, the mosque or the temple have proved to be greatly helpful for mourners. Studies have even proved that attending religious or spiritual gatherings helps a person live longer because it destresses a person and helps them to place their burdens on a higher power.

• Stages

A great book, On Death and Dying by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, discusses the various stages of grief. Going through these stages is normal and part of leading you to overcoming the death of a loved one.

These are the five stages of grief:

1. Denial
2. Anger
3. Bargaining
4. Depression
5. Acceptance

• Starting line

Psylegal is Melbourne’s unique facility which comprises psychological and legal assistance, merging these two necessary elements of societal life, to help people find the right tools and courage to move on with their lives in a positive, productive way.

Professionals at Psylegal understand the process and pain of losing a loved one. Contact us for any assistance in helping you to take control of your life again.

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