Care Essentials While Grieving The Loss Of A Loved One

Care Essentials While Grieving The Loss Of A Loved One
Care Essentials While Grieving The Loss Of A Loved One
Grieving is a complicated process, and it affects people in many ways. It’s not uncommon for grieving individuals to lose track of their everyday life and health. At Simply Cremations, we believe that self-care is essential and can help you move past this challenging time. Here are some care essentials that you should have on hand while grieving the loss of a loved one:

1. Healthy And Nutritious Food


It’s not uncommon for grieving individuals to have problems with appetite. Some people don’t want to eat while others are in no position to cook and rely on unhealthy fast food. This can take a toll on the body and mind, making the grieving process more difficult. Make sure you have a good supply of healthy ingredients and simple meals. Eating healthy will have a positive impact on your mindset and help you recover.

2. Relaxing Activities


Grief causes a lot of stress, especially if you have to deal with responsibilities like taking care of the family after the loss. Relaxing activities like running, yoga, meditation, and even sleeping can help you feel better. It is a good idea to take some time away from other grieving members of the family and focus on yourself. Soothing scents and essential oils can help with the process.

3. Keep A Diary


People often underestimate the benefit of writing down their thoughts and memories. It is a healthy way of dealing with grief and can help you overcome some unresolved issues. Write letters to the deceased loved one and tell them everything you didn’t get the opportunity to. Writing is a guilt-free activity because you won’t feel like you’re burdening someone else with your pain.


If you have questions about funeral planning or want to arrange a cremation, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at Simply Cremations today.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Cremation Pricing: What Can I Expect?

Image
  At Simply Cremations & Funeral Services, we have observed that cremation is the most popular method of disposition in the province, with about 65% of the population choosing cremation as their final disposition. As an alternative to burial, cremation is often seen as more eco-friendly, and the cremation pricing is typically much lower when compared with a traditional burial. What Is The Average Cremation Pricing? The cost to have a loved one cremated in our area depends on several factors, including the desired services, the funeral home you work with, and your geographic location. You can anticipate paying between $1,095 and $1,295 to arrange a simple, direct cremation in Calgary, Edmonton, and Red Deer metro areas. Direct cremations can be challenging to arrange in Alberta's more remote areas because of the high costs involved, and you will need to check with the funeral home you are working with. They will provide you with the details you need to make your decision
Read more

Dealing With Sudden Death

Image
If someone close to you passes away due to old age or an extended illness, you are able to deal with their death more calmly. On the other hand, it can be incredibly challenging to deal with the sudden death of a loved one. How To Deal With Sudden Death In these types of situations, we at Simply Cremations & Funeral Services believe you can do certain things to cope with this loss better: ●        It’s essential that you spend more time with your family as you can provide each other much-needed support during this difficult time. You can share happy memories about the person and talk about the times you’ ve spent together. Expressing your emotions and talking with others that were close to the decedent helps you heal faster.   ●        There could be times when you feel that nothing is helping you cope with your grief and that you are just too frustrated and depressed. In these situations, you may want to consult a therapist. These professionals look at things objectively
Read more

Where Can I Scatter Cremated Remains?

Image
When a person is cremated, his or her family members will be given the ashes. Some people are unsure about what cremation involves and what they can do with the ashes. At Simply Cremations & Funeral Services , we are eager to provide clients with information that can help ease the process for them. Places Where You Can Scatter Ashes These are some options of scattering or disposing of the ashes after cremation: Many families prefer to scatter the ashes at sea and that is a good way to return the person to the earth. Some people mention this in their will and find it healing to know that their ashes won’t be a constant reminder to their loved ones, that they are no longer with them. Check provincial and federal laws surrounding the scattering of ashes in a lake before deciding to do so. Another option is to scatter the ashes in some outdoor location such as the mountains etc. but you need to check local laws regarding this. Other Options If you do not want to scatter the a
Read more