2. Journal 9/28/15 “Grief is the normal and natural emotional reaction to loss or change of any kind.” How are grief and stress related?

3. Tape Suicide Prevention Notes pg. 21

4. What is grief? Grief is a natural & necessary reaction to a significant change or loss in our lives. Grief is a healthy response to situations such as death, divorce, disability, moving, etc. Write in notes! Page 22

5. Quick Write Describe a time in your life where you have experienced grief. Explain the loss, the emotions that you dealt with, and how you progressed to recovery. Write in notes!

7. Stages of Grief Write in notes!

8. Start with the person who has longer hair… Explain the steps of the grief wheel TURN TO YOUR ELBOW PARTNER

9. A story…

10. Facts about Grief Everyone does not grieve the same. No exact time frame for grieving. Grieving helps people w/emotions, to face reality, & to move forward w/ their lives. How could you help someone who is grieving? Write in notes!

11. How to help someone who is grieving The 10 Best Things to Say to Someone in Grief 1. I am so sorry for your loss. 2. I wish I had the right words… just know I care. 3. I don’t know how you feel, but I am here to help in anyway I can. 4. You and your loved one will be in my thoughts and prayers. 5. My favorite memory of your loved one is… 6. I am always just a phone call away 7. Give a hug instead of saying something 8. We all need help at times like this, I am here for you 9. I am usually up early or late, if you need anything 10. Saying nothing, just be with the person From Grief.com Pick 3

12. How to help someone who is grieving The Worst Things to Say to Someone in Grief 1. At least she lived a long life, many people die young 2. He is in a better place 3. She brought this on herself 4. There is a reason for everything 5. Aren’t you over him yet, he has been dead for awhile now 6. You can have another child still 7. She was such a good person God wanted her to be with him 8. I know how you feel 9. She did what she came here to do and it was her time to go 10. Be strong From Grief.com Only write things you need to remember NOT to say

13. How to help someone who is grieving “Knowing the right thing to say is only half of the responsibility of being a supportive emotional caregiver”. From Grief.com The Best TraitsThe Worst Traits *Supportive, but not trying to fix it *About feelings *Non active, not telling anyone what to do *Admitting can’t make it better *Not asking for something or someone to change feelings *Recognize loss *Not time limited *They want to fix the loss *They are about our discomfort *They are directive in nature *They rationalize /try to explain loss *They may be judgmental *May minimize the loss *Put a timeline on loss

14. Coping with Loss Grief is a specific type of stress on your body and mind. You can take your time to get through the process but it is also important to address the signs and symptoms of grief the best you can. How can you use the coping skill to help you through the grieving process? Does it apply? Example: How could you cope with moving across the country?