Losing a loved one and grieving are painful at any time of the year. However, the spirit of reawakening that marks spring’s return may increase the challenge of dealing with our grief. Death and grief are like winter; they can freeze our world. So when spring returns with warmth, renewal, and rebirth, it can conflict with our painful feelings of loss.
Spring marks a thaw. Things begin to move once again, and it can be helpful to move with them. Yes, the pain is there and it is real. But exploring and participating in springtime activities can nurture and warm our spirit. They can help us cope with the pain.
Hopefully, the arrival of spring will bring with it a welcome variety of events that can brighten our days and help us lessen our heartache. Even though it takes fortitude, we can make every effort to attend special occasions that are important parts of life, and frequently happen in the spring— weddings and graduations. Yes, there will be people celebrating at a time when we are feeling low, and it will be bittersweet to think of the person who should be at the happy event with us. However, allowing ourselves to be a part of happiness is okay. We do not have to feel guilty. We can hold both celebration and grief together in our hearts. We can, also, give ourselves permission to leave the celebration, if it becomes too overwhelming.
Spring activities such as planting a small garden, going on a short trip, taking a nature walk, starting a new hobby, spending time with family and friends, meditating or even cleaning can help foster our healing. When we take part in life, we allow it to take ahold of us and help it start to diminish our sorrow. Remember, we are in control, not grief (even when it doesn’t feel this way).
Springtime is upon us. It is OK to make it our time to re-embrace life and start healing and adjusting to our loss. Consider making this change of season an opportunity to give yourself permission to start or to continue to mend your broken heart. It is also important to remember that we do this at whatever pace is comfortable for ourselves.
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