one has just experienced a loss, it is important for him to understand that all feelings are okay. It takes great strength and courage to do the work of grief. Grief work is challenging; there is no formula or timeline that works the same way for everyone. Each person will approach, manage and express grief differently. Some days will be harder than others. pain comes from wishing things were different, that life didn't have to change, but he will tran- scend the grief in time. It will not define him. One day at a time. One step at a time. Self-care is important when adjusting to loss. taken to move the grieving process along? to friends and family you know to be supportive feels overwhelmed with just getting great self-awareness, self-care and courage. It is completely understandable to find oneself over- whelmed with the notion of just making it through the day. What could be harder? Enlist the help of close friends, family members, a support group, a therapist or clergy. or take away her pain. You can be with her. Be mindful that grief work is messy and unpredict- able. To share in someone's grief, understand that there are no right words. There is no recipe, no one-size-fits-all right or wrong way to grieve. You can help by being present, patient, and in tune to how she expresses her feelings (quiet and reserved, tearful, angry, impatient, etc.). Physically, what can one do for someone who offer, there's a likelihood that you will be turned down. Let her know that you're stopping by to mow the lawn or shovel. Plant some flowers. Drop off meals. Send cards. Help with rides. Help with laundry. Walk the dog, and the list goes on. What else should we know about grieving? Grief is messy. Grief is unpredictable. Grieving line or "normal" in grief. Supporting another in grief means to respectfully follow the lead of the person who is grieving. Try to be patient, flexible, and open. There is no quick fix or getting over grief. Grief is something you grow through. in Beachwood. For more information, she can be reached at 216.464.4243. High School gym from 2 to 5 pm to celebrate FOOD, COMMUNITY and CULTURE in Beachwood Schools! The BISON FEAST + FEST (BFF) is a district wide, commu- nity building event for Beachwood students, staff, teachers and families. The aim of this school festival is simply to come together in friendship to celebrate and showcase the incredible cultural diversity within our school community through food. imagine shopping for next year's school supplies right now. However, Beachwood PTO has made back-to- school shopping convenient and easier. to pre-order all of next year's school supplies pre-pack- aged, personalized and ready to go. Each school- supply kit will include the exact school supplies requested by your child's teacher. 1st Day School Supplies only uses trusted brand names at reasonable prices. All kits will be delivered to your child's school on August 1 and will be available for pick up during Hilltop/Bryden drop- in days. Buzz. |