Darkness cannot drive out darkness. Only light can do that. -MLK
Capture Your Grief. Day 15. Community.
The
community of bereaved parents is not a place I ever imagined I would
land. No one thinks that it will be them. No one expects a loss. Let
alone two, back to back. We have lived through hell and come out gasping
for breath. The community of, & support from, others who have
walked these roads has been so inspirational. Not one of us is ever
alone & there is comfort in knowing that...
Capture Your Grief. Day 16. Retreat.
"(being)
an active member in our community (babyloss moms) and belong(ing) to
one or more support groups, caring for others as well as yourself can be
very emotionally draining. We find ourselves helping to carry others
grief too. Take today to be kind and gentle with your own heart. Do what
makes you feel good...By looking after yourself first you become a more
mentally strong person and therefore you are much better help to
others."
Through
reading I have been able to explore the depths of my grief. I have
found more hope, some sorrow and a deeper understanding of my heart's
ache!! Exploring your grief helps in finding your way further down the
path of healing.
Capture Your Grief. Day 18. Gratitude.
#eucharisteo choosing thankfulness.
"How do I give up resentment for gratitude, gnawing anger for spilling joy? Self-focus for God-communion. To fully live—to live full of grace and joy and all that is beauty eternal. It is possible, wildly. I now see and testify. So this story— my story 
. A dare to an emptier, fuller life.”
. A dare to an emptier, fuller life.”
~ A.V.
Capture Your Grief. Day 19. Give.
This blog started as my healing journal.
My hoping journal. And, has transformed into my giving journal.
Capture Your Grief. Day 20. Breathe.
"So often we as bereaved parents find ourselves feeling overwhelmed by
our grief and we don’t notice it, but we are holding our breath. When
you start adding things like anxiety, anger and frustration to your
grief you can end up feeling crippled by your emotions. This affects so
many areas and relationships in your life. One way to help alleviate
this overwhelming surge of emotions is to turn your attention to your
breath.
Simply step outside into some fresh air and focus on breathing
in and out."
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