Title: How to Overcome the Death of a Loved One - Gaiam
Headings: How to Overcome the Death of a Loved One
How to Overcome the Death of a Loved One
Step 1: Allow the feelings
Step 2: Gather support
Step 3: Allow the grieving process
Step 4: Embrace life

Content: Your experience is incomprehensible, initially. You find it impossible to believe the loss of your loved one is real, and you may be numb from the experience. Anger: As the truth of the situation begins to take hold, it's normal to feel anger and rage. This anger may be directed at yourself, the loved one for leaving you, doctors for not healing your loved one or even at God. Bargaining: It's not unusual for survivors to cope with loss by trying to negotiate, usually with their higher power. Don't be surprised if you find yourself trying to make an “if only” deal with God. Depression: The overwhelming sadness you feel is normal, and in most cases will not last forever.