Judy Tatelbaum’s tips for Holidays

For those who are themselves grieving during this holiday season,

here are some tips from a 1991 Bereavement Magazine

article written by Judy Tatelbaum, author of The Courage to Grieve.

· Be kind to yourself.

· Express your feelings.

· Ask for what you need.

· Be sure you have people with whom you can talk.

· Help another person in need.

· Appreciate your other loved ones.

· Don't compare your life with that of others'.

· Resolve how or where to spend the holidays.

· Celebrate as in the past, change traditions,

or avoid the season entirely -- whatever feels right.