Grief Support
Grief is Not a Sign of Weakness
Grief is not a sign of weakness. It is rather a fitting response to a loss, a
tribute to a loved one who has died. Running away from grief postpones sorrow;
clinging to grief prolongs pain. Neither approach leads to healing. Allow grief
to have its way for a while; then, gradually and gently you can release yourself
from its grip. Recognition of the appropriateness and the value of grief is the
first step in accepting the reality of the loss. And acceptance is the first
sign of recovery.
Reprinted from: Survivors Outreach Magazine
International THEOS Foundation
Pittsburgh, PA 1-800-408-4367
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