Valuing your feelings while grieving
I have met people who have lost their spouse and feel neglected by people, and this can happen. Often people don’t know what to say, and therefore avoid putting their foot in it, by avoiding you.
My dear old father who has given me plenty of great advice over my life said, “If you want people to value your feelings, first you need to value theirs”
I thought about this when dad died, because as much as you are grieving just taking the time to think about how your friends are feeling can really help you build a much stronger personal network to help you through the dark days.
When I saw somebody I would start the conversation and say “Don’t worry, I know it is hard to know what to say….” This allowed them to feel more open and a conversation started.
Remember to have others value your feelings, value theirs…and feel the love that creates. To have your heart held, reach out your hand…
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