Moving Through Loss

At some point in our lives, each of us experiences loss. It's one of the toughest challenges we face. For most of us, the loss may stem from a loved one's separation, illness, or death, a relationship change, or even a job loss.

If you're struggling to take that first step forward after loss, here are some thoughts and actions you may want to consider on your journey.

Find joy and wisdom in every experience. Our journey in life is to grow and experience love and joy in all of its forms. It can be difficult to find joy in times of loss, but there are moments that can surprise us. And moments we can learn from. Where you can, gather these up and store them in your heart for safekeeping, or write them down in a diary. Recall them when you need to, smile where you can, and apply the wisdom learned from loss to new situations and experiences so you don't repeat old patterns, and your heart's free to create more joy in life.

Keep an open heart. When we compress our hearts to hold back pain and fear, we blunt the energy nourishment that surrounds and sustains us. A hardened heart can also negatively impact the immune system and circulatory system, due to stress caused by unexpressed and/or suppressed emotions. When we keep our hearts open, however, we continue to bring love, connection, and support to us as we nourish and strengthen our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual bodies during this difficult time.

Cherish the memories. To move forward, we don't have to let go of the joy, love, and fun that we once felt in a relationship or job. Each of us has cherished memories we hold fiercely in our hearts. Where you can, collect and frame them, memorialize them in a journal, select the best memories and paint or draw them, or savor them through cooking, remembering the happy times. You can even place them in a locket or pocket watch and carry them with you. If work related, take a moment to review your accomplishments. Choose whatever makes you feel good. By honoring the legacy of what you experienced, you strengthen your connection to the love and joy that supports and enriches your life's journey.

Make space for new, special moments. Let go of what your heart does not need from that relationship or job. Clean house. Energy work can also be beneficial here. With a tune-up or session, you can release the emotional pain that underpins sadness and grief so you can free up your heart to move forward with more ease, flow, and grace. Once you've accomplished this, it's time to reimagine what brings you joy. By yourself. At work. In relationships. Here's where you take the best and create more of the special moments you want moving forward.

Seed and realize new dreams. When life changes, we need to change. And our dreams need to change, too. Where can you start? Begin by remembering what inspires you. What you love. Your long ago hopes, dreams, and wishes. What did you give up when you had that relationship? Job you wanted? Start envisioning your next chapter in life and your openness to new adventures. Where do you want to be? Whom do you want to be with? What does that look like? What do you want to be doing? Let your imagination and your heart lead the way. Doors will open wider than you ever thought possible.

Know you're not alone. Often when we experience loss, we feel like we're the only one in the world going through this situation. But that's not true. Everyone has their own loss story to share. When we find a compassionate listener who provides us with the space to speak courageously from our hearts, we can open once again to new connections, new friendships, and the love and support that graces our lives.

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