Life without parents- How to cope?

Parents are our World. They have provided, protected and advised us. The best method to handle the loss is to LIVE the dreams you shared with them.

Not all parents are perfect. Nobody is perfect since there is no such thing. You can HONOR your parents memory by becoming the best at what you are able. Carry them in your Heart and work towards each dream you have. As you smile, they are smiling also and cheering you on.

There are methods to help people with their grief. One can start with -- carry a picture of them and keep it somewhere that it will bring comfort. Hang their picture next to your primary chair. Talk to them if necessary. Keep in mind you are working through your grief. Stay real.

Start a journal to celebrate everything about each parent. Recall events and the feelings you had, have now and how it affected you. Keep a notepad in your pocket to jot down sudden memories for your journal.

The emotions you will feel will be near overwhelming. Go ahead and scream in your pillow. Release the hurt. There will be five (5) stages you will go through and are;

• Denial
• Anger
• Bargaining
• Depression
• Acceptance

Believe in yourself as your parent(s) believed in you and the sense of honor will bring a sense of pride and accomplishment that will make the loss bearable each day. Facing death with dignity and openness helps to complete the life cycle and gives meaning to their existence.

Pick yourself up and whisper to them, "Alright mom, dad, here I go." and smile! show and live what they taught you that is meaningful and worthwhile, and most of all, know you are loved and moving towards the next stage of your own life.

Loss and grief can be overwhelming and appear as something larger than life. Do not be shy to ask for help from a Counsellor. They are skilled to help you manage and cope through your grief. It is important that you get help from professionals if you find yourself falling into depression. Remember, if you need to cry, it is part of the healing process. Go easy on yourself and be near those that will be sensitive to you.

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