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Ways to Disconnect

Ways to Disconnect

Sometimes, the weight of the world makes grief worse. You might be in a good mood one day and a tiny thing comes crashing down around you, and your grief causes further pain. Have you thought about disconnecting? Here are ways to disconnect from the stress of life while you grieve.

 

Ways to Disconnect: Media

Turn the TV… off or on?

Would it surprise you to hear that both could help you?

Turn the TV off if you’re watching the news constantly and find that it adds to the pain in your grief. It doesn’t just have to be the news to trigger you, sometimes watching a movie can resurface pain you aren’t ready to face. For example, in John Wick (spoiler alert!), his new puppy is killed after losing his wife. He is already struggling in grief and his new little friend who brought joy back into his life is killed. This can be a trigger for those who may have lost a pet, or even a loved one. Even movies that aren’t exclusively about grief can bring up painful reminders. That would be a good moment to turn the TV off.

Times, when you could turn the TV on, are moments when your mind is racing during grief and anxiety, and you want something relaxing (like nature) or a movie to distract yourself. Uplifting comedies, lighthearted movies, and those classics that never get old might bring up your spirits.

 

Ways to Disconnect: Outside

Perhaps the best way you can disconnect is by simply going outside. Let yourself release a breath and relax your shoulders. Nature can be healing with the serene quietness and birds chirping. Here are some ideas of things to do outside:

  • Go for a walk. You can do this with a friend, your dog, or down a trail. Go for a walk around your neighborhood or a stroll through your yard. Whether a few miles or 100 feet, walking outside is good for the soul.
  • Read in a hammock.
  • Horseback riding through the woods.
  • Go to the lake. You can go kayaking, boating, or fishing. You can sit on a dock and rest your feet in the water on a hot day. Bring someone with you, or go alone. These hot days are perfect for the lake.
  • Travel! National or state parks, your local park, sightseeing, a place you want to see, or a state you’ve never been to are great travel ideas. Go exploring!

 

Other Ways to Disconnect

Ways to disconnect are just times when you should do something you love. In grief, sometimes the things we love most don’t give us interest or we don’t want to do them. This is a sign you are experiencing depression in grief, and your talents can give you enjoyment again. Allow yourself to do those things you love. Here are some other ideas:

  • Reading a good fictional story
  • Listening to music you love
  • Practicing artwork like painting or drawing
  • Spending time with the ones who want to support you
  • Trying new foods or restaurants

 

Bakken-Young has grief support. Understanding your grief or learning how to keep going in grief can be a challenge. That is why we are here to help you in more ways than bringing your loved one the memorial they deserve. We offer grief support. Through grief groups, talks, webinars, to outdoor socials, we have something for you to help you in this time and to connect with others experiencing grief. Contact us for grief support. We are with you. You are not alone.

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