When we’re grieving, we’re often afraid to allow ourselves to feel everything that comes with the loss—not just the full range of sadness (isolation, emptiness, powerlessness…), but also anger, worry, confusion, betrayal, and more. (Keep in mind that there are SO MANY nuanced words to describe emotions. Google “emotion wheel” and you’ll find some really great images, like
Good points here. “Feeling the feelings” has been the most important thing for me in living with grief. And I agree, channeling feelings into creativity can be a way of feeling and moving through them. It doesn’t have to be writing or art to show anyone, it’s the act of creativity itself. At least that’s what has been helpful for me.
Good points here. “Feeling the feelings” has been the most important thing for me in living with grief. And I agree, channeling feelings into creativity can be a way of feeling and moving through them. It doesn’t have to be writing or art to show anyone, it’s the act of creativity itself. At least that’s what has been helpful for me.