GrievingWe are losing a lot currently, and will lose a lot more as the global crisis deepens. We need to grieve these losses. There is no substitute for crying, to move through the sadness of loss. This is one of the reasons for staying close: grieving is better done when you are in close contact with someone. A caring listener can hold out the reality that life is good despite our losses. We can help each other most reliably with grieving by taking turns in the listener role. A listening exchange can be done with a friend or partner, or in a small group. When grieving is done in this way, in my experience, each person can benefit with a greatly cleared mind and lightened spirits. |