The holiday season, from Halloween on, is the most difficult for people to deal with because this is when family comes together. Also it's a time when memories are high and the people who are missing from the family will be remembered.

There are many ways to cope during the holiday season and here are a few:

• Take time to express your emotions. The best way to get them out is to talk about them. It is natural to have feelings of depression, anger and other emotions when someone dies. Tears are healing and can help you move through it faster.
• If you can journal or get your thoughts down on paper, it can be very cathartic. This is another good way to get your feelings out.
• Make sure you get enough rest because being over tired can move you faster to depression and sadness.

Natural remedies to help with grief

Aromatherapy -- there are many essential oils that help when you are experiencing grief. An essential oil like Marjoram which eases stress and relaxes the body can be used to help. A couple of drops on a handkerchief or paper towel that you can use to smell the scent can be a great help when relieving the anxiety that comes with grief.

Flower essences -- there are a variety of flower essences that help when someone is grieving. Many of them are taken internally for the best effect. These are available in singles or blends. As an example, the Bach Flower Healing Combinations for Grieving will help stop the uncontrollable crying, deep feelings of gloom and doom and the anxiety that comes with grief. Some of the essences you will find in this remedy are Walnut, Wild Rose and Willow.

Vitamins -- The B vitamins are usually recommended for grief especially B6 or B12. These are said to help calm the nerves and lift the mood.

Some people find that talking to a friend, pastor or therapist will help them get through the grief. As you experience your grief, think about the happy times with the person and send good thoughts to other family members who are also experiencing your grief.

By using Bach Flower essences, discovered by Dr. Edward Bach in the 1920’s and 1930’s, Healing Combinations provides natural remedies for grieving. We produce natural products for a variety of issues. You can purchase them individually in your local health food store or in the Grieving combination from our online store. Think of them like affirmations for your soul.

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