Is the impending loss of a loved one looming over you?
Experts share how to deal with anticipatory grief, and why it’s so challenging.
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But according to experts, grieving a loved ones loss isnt always just confined to their passing.
Its possible to experience anticipatory grief, aka grief in anticipation of an impending loss.
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This is particularly common for people whose loved ones get a terminal health diagnosis (like end-stage cancer).
Every individual experiences grief in their own timeframe.
Every individual experiences grief in their own timeframe, Strelzik says.
Dont get too caught up on the popular concept ofthe five phases of grief, either.
Its often cyclical, ebbing and flowing depending on other things going on in your life.
But its important to honor your anticipatory grief rather than bottle it up permanently inside.
Moffa and Strelzik share their tips for coping with this unique form of loss below.
3 ways to help you start to deal with anticipatory grief
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In other words, put self care at the forefront as much as possible.
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Getting enough sleep is also vital.
Your experience of grief is valid, whether before a loss, during, or after experiencing a loss.
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