Some days are tougher than others. My paternal grandmother passed away yesterday. There is a lot to do, my parents are overwhelmed, and we are beginning our grief process. We all share these life events, and each of us will handle it and perceive it differently. How to find gratitude when there is grief? For me, reading the words from A.A. Milne warms my heart. Piglet is correct, even the smallest space can contain a great deal of gratitude. I am grateful for the time I spent with my parents today, grateful that my employer provided flexibility with my schedule, and grateful for the mortuary staff who were so gracious and helpful.
What does a health educator have in their toolkit when they are stressed and sad? These are a few things that helped me today:
- Nourished with whole foods, especially baked potatoes, skin on (see http://radiantrecovery.com/)
- Soothed with guided imagery and affirmations (see http://healthjourneys.com/)
- Rested a few moments outside the mortuary with my parents, soaking up 10 minutes of Vitamin D and appreciated a warm day.
Be Well...Tiffany
