The loss of a partner can turn your world upside down, even if you were expecting it and tried to prepare. Mourning your loss among friends and family at a funeral home is just the beginning of your grief journey. While there is no one right way to cope, there are things you can do to help yourself navigate this challenging time.

After the Funeral Home: How to Cope With the Loss of a Partner

1. Practice Self-Care

The daily details of caring for your own mental and physical health can fall by the wayside when you’re mourning a loss. Getting regular exercise, eating nutritious foods, and getting plenty of sleep will help create a beneficial routine. Avoid excessive drinking, smoking, and other unhealthy habits.

2. Join a Support Group

Many people find comfort among others who are experiencing a similar loss. Support groups can be found at your church, a local hospital, or online. A licensed funeral home director can also help you find a group and may even offer grief counseling on site.

3. Seek Professional Help

Therapists are professionally trained to help surviving family members cope with the loss of a loved one. A therapist’s office is a safe place to talk about the complicated feelings and new experiences that come with grief.

4. Be Patient With Yourself

Some days will be better than others. You may find yourself feeling fine one day and overcome with grief the next. Coping with loss is not always a linear process, and it takes time. Be kind to yourself, and don’t be afraid to let friends and family members know how you’re feeling so they can support you along the way.

Grieving the loss of a partner is one of the most challenging experiences a person can face, but you do not have to do it alone. Contact your doctor or the funeral home for additional grief management resources.

Middendorf Funeral Home has been serving Northern Kentucky families for more than 150 years. Their compassionate staff will help you plan a funeral that honors your loved one’s wishes and celebrates their legacy. They are here to support you before, during, and after the funeral services as you cope with your loss. Call (859) 341-7800 or send them an online message today to talk with one of their funeral home directors.