Remember: grief is in and of itself a journey we travel and this journey, too, can benefit from a vacation.
This doesn’t mean that you leave grief behind when you go on vacation – there is really no escaping it – and yet setting it down from time to time is a good thing to do.
Vacations don’t need to be big and fancy and/or to far-away places, they can also be mini and meaningful and in your “own backyard” so to speak.
Beneficial Components:
- Change of surroundings & scenery
- Change of pace & routine
- New experiences
These vacations may not hold the same experience as initially expected, and yet they can still be positive and it’s ok for them to be FUN – this doesn’t mean you’re not sad and/or not missing your loved one.
Suggestions:
- Take it easy – and yet get some movement in
- Find restorative moments of peace
- Stay in these moments for a while
- Don’t avoid feelings
- OK to focus on you
Travel isn’t always pretty. It isn’t always comfortable. Sometimes it hurts; it even breaks your heart. But that’s ok. The journey changes you; it should change you. It leaves marks on your memory, on your consciousness, on your heart, and on your body. You take something with you. Hopefully, you leave something good behind.
– Anthony Bourdain
Remember, you’re not alone on this journey. I’m here to hold space with you as you explore new territories. You can also meet others through our Grief Support Facebook group or visit our Donor Family Support page.
HUGS,
Susan
