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Long after the funeral and memorial service pass, the hearts of the grieving continue to ache. When the holiday season rolls around, and family and friends gather in celebration, those in mourning may feel even more emotionally vulnerable. If you miss someone special this holiday season, you’re certainly not alone. The following guide offers a few ways to cope with loss in the festive season ahead.

After the Memorial Service: 3 Tips for Coping With Loss During the Holidays

1. Participate 

Amid your emotional pain, you may understandably feel tempted to stay home and skip holiday events this season. While the chaos can be stressful and emotionally taxing when you take on too much, try to commit to at least a few gatherings in the weeks ahead. Whether you visit a friend’s house to work on crafts or head to your aunt’s holiday party, spending time with people you care about can help improve your mental health and well-being.

2. Share Memories

memorial serviceThe holiday season can be particularly painful because it resurfaces all those fond memories from previous winters with your loved one. Rather than attempt to suppress these memories, make time to gather with loved ones to share them. From discussing heartfelt gestures to funny slip-ups, don’t hesitate to share a broad array of special times together. It’s okay to laugh and smile—it doesn’t mean you miss your loved one any less.

3. Create New Traditions

It’s okay to hang onto the special holiday traditions you had with your dearly departed. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t make new ones, too. Whether you decide to host a Secret Santa party every December or head to the Christmas tree field with your best friend, forging new traditions can help you find a sense of joy and move forward in the years ahead.

 

The compassionate team from Neidhard-Minges Funeral Home in Hamilton County, OH, hopes everyone has a warm holiday season this year. After the devastating loss of a loved one, locals look to the over 100-year-old locally owned business for personalized, high-quality funeral and memorial services. For more information about funeral arrangements and memorial services, visit the team online. To begin funeral planning, call a helpful professional today at (513) 661-3022 in Cincinnati or (513) 367-4544 in Harrison.

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