Resolving grief often takes longer than people expect. Grief is nature's way of healing a broken heart. As you make a start toward healing and growth, keep the following thoughts in mind.

• Be patient with yourself. Heal in your own way and time—there is no one right way.
• Monitor your health. Eat well, exercise, and rest.
• Cry when you have to; laugh when you can.
• Share your pain with understanding friends. Talk about your loved one.
• For support, encouragement, and friendship, join a group of others who are grieving. Seek professional help if needed.
• Seek solace from your religious faith.
• Help others. Devote your energies to people and causes which you consider worthwhile.
• Determine to live again. Nothing can bring you peace but yourself.