By Jerryd Wallace
When we suffer a loss in our lives it can be extremely hard to describe what we are feeling or going through on the inside. For those who have yet to experience a significant loss, it is hard to even understand. So often many people do not know what to say and can end up meaning well but delivering a crushing blow through their words or actions.
After a loss you just wish you could find someone who can relate and understand what you are feeling and are facing. That is what a support group can provide to you. It is a place that is safe to open up in and work through grief together. The camaraderie often helps you gain a sense of normalcy when others understand and help you balance your feelings. Attending a support group can be a hard step and it can also be a healing one. The benefits can far outweigh the risks.
Most often people feel uncomfortable at the thought of even trying a support group. They do not want to come and bare their souls to a bunch of strangers, much less share their feelings on the loss of their loved one. No one likes public speaking and they certainly do not want to go and cry in front of a group of strangers. That could be devastating. The reality though is that the power of support groups rests in the fact that these are people who may not know what to say but they know what not to say because they are going through a loss themselves. They are where you are and that can be the first place you find comfort in your grief.
Home Hospice serves our community with a bereavement program that includes support groups, grief workshops, and individual counseling. Finding comfort and support in your grief can give you hope in adjusting to life changes. If you are interested in taking the next step with a support group or would like to learn more, please contact us at 903-868-9315 or visit us online at www.HomeHospice.org.
