What can i do to cheer myself up?

Question

I lost my father exactly a month ago today and i'm having a very tough time with it. I know it's not good to just sit around and mope but i dont really feel like doing much. any ideas on little things i could do to get my mind off of things? thanks

Answer 1

sometimes just getting out and exercising helps with stress or sadness, it releases endorphins which can make you feel better. maybe go to a local gym or taking a spinning class just for your health and being active, it keeps my mind off things. i am so sorry about the loss of your father.hope you find something to help you better thru it.

Answer 2

Honey, I am so sorry for your loss. You need to be easy on yourself right now, not push yourself to "get back to normal". It is very important that you grieve your loss so that you can move on when the time is right.

I suggest you may want to read some classic books by Kubler-Ross, she did ground-breaking work on death and dying. I took a class many years ago and the text was her book.

Surround yourself with caring people and let them know you need their support now. If you don't feel like doing anything that is normal and you shouldn't push yourself.

You can also seek out a grief support group, call your local mental health department and they may have something in your area. Or, call a counselor for grief counseling, this is just talking, to work through your feelings.

I find strength in knowing that all of the people I have lost are with God in Heaven and someday I will be with all of them. It really helps me to feel better that death is not final, that God is loving and reunites us with those we love. Talk to Him, He will also provide comfort. Take care, God bless, I will pray for you to have peace and strength and comfort.

Answer 3

yes. make a gratitude list. write down GOOD memories of dad. also allow yourself to grieve. it takes time one month is a very short time. your gratitude list should list 20 things DAILY that you appreciate in life (breathing, a baby's smile, the sun, trees etc) or things that that give you joy...

just start. get a NEW note book and put the date at the top. you can repeat some of the same things each day as long as you are not copying the lists.

cw

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