Comfort for the Day

– 15 – cold rinse were far better than being physically sick and emotionally weak at the same time. Becoming ill only adds to our emotional grief, making it so much harder to bear, and we need all the advantages we can get. So stay healthy! Here are a few ideas to consider: ○○ Avoid contact with those who are ill or contagious. ○○ Take supplemental vitamins to increase your defense against germs. ○○ Get plenty of rest ○○ Be vigilant about hand washing. ○○ Other ways I stay healthy  Mental Cloud Most noticeably, many mourners agree that they experience mental confusion, lack of focus, and an inability to make decisions or think clearly. The stress of the emotional impact weighs heavily on our mental capacity. Be kind to your mind. It has undergone an enormous amount of stress to begin processing the reality of your loss. Please consider implementing these following suggestions: ○○ Avoid or limit driving for the first several weeks—your lack of focus can make you a distracted driver ○○ Ask for assistance with bill paying ○○ Get plenty of rest ○○ Defer major decisions for up to a year if possible ○○ Ask for and consider advice from trusted friends or family before making a big decision ○○ Other ways I help my mind