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Coping With Grief & Loss

A structured exercise for processing the sense of loss that often follows breakups.

Breakups, like death, involve a grieving process. This worksheet helps you identify and process feelings associated with loss.

Steps to Process Grief:

  1. Identify the Losses: Beyond the relationship itself, what else have you lost? (e.g., shared future, friendships, identity as a couple, daily routines, financial stability, hopes, dreams).
  2. Acknowledge Your Feelings: Allow yourself to feel the full range of emotions: sadness, anger, confusion, guilt, relief. Write them down without judgment.
  3. Express Your Grief: Find healthy outlets for your emotions. This could be talking to a trusted friend, journaling, crying, exercising, or creative expression.
  4. Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself during this difficult time. Treat yourself with the same understanding and patience you'd offer a friend.
  5. Maintain Self-Care: Prioritize sleep, nutrition, exercise, and healthy habits, even when it feels difficult.
  6. Seek Support: Lean on your support system. Don't isolate yourself. Consider professional help if grief feels overwhelming or prolonged.
  7. Find Meaning: Over time, reflect on what you've learned from the experience and how you can grow from it. This doesn't diminish the pain but helps find a path forward.