Managing Grief Symptoms At Work: Tips From a Grief Therapist
Maybe the sadness, hurt, pain, heartache, irritability, anger, and hopelessness have become way too much for you to bear, especially while at work.
Maybe you’re ready to start having sessions with an online grief counselor. If for no other reason but to work through the emotions you’re experiencing.
Maybe you’re not sure if you’re ready to start grief counseling.
Maybe you’re simply open to scheduling a free consultation with a grief therapist to see if individual grief counseling is right for you.
Maybe you’re not ready or even interested in receiving grief counseling.
Whatever the case may be, it would be beneficial to apply some strategies for coping with grief. Not just in everyday life, but at work too.
Strategies for Managing Grief Symptoms While Maintaining Professional Responsibilities at Work
Things You Can Do At Work…
Consider Being Transparent About Your Grief
Being transparent and vulnerable about your loss can be so beneficial. Telling the people you work with that you’re grieving can lead to them being compassionate, empathetic, and somewhat understanding when they notice a change in the way you work, react, or engage with others. It may also lead to them providing you with an appropriate amount of support as you grieve. This can look like this:
a boss, supervisor, or manager approving…
additional breaks
more time off
granting you grace if you run behind schedule
or allowing you to work from home
a coworker assisting you with some of your work responsibilities
the entire staff giving you more space to be to yourself if that’s what you feel you need at the time
Engage In Coping Skills Such As…
Journaling
When you’re feeling overwhelmed by emotions while you’re at work, consider taking a few minutes to write down…
the negative emotions you’re experiencing
the gratitude you have for all the joyful memories you’ve shared with the person or thing you’re grieving
the words you would say to them if you were with them right now
Meditation
Listen to your mind, body, or intuition, and take a meditation break whenever you feel like you need one. A mixture of deep breathing, mindfulness, and silence may be just what you need when dealing with strong emotions at work.
Try Your Best To Avoid Experiencing Burnout While Grieving
It is very common for someone who’s grieving to experience burnout at their workplace. This is typically due to them taking on the same amount of work if not more than they did prior to experiencing grief and loss. The reason why burnout is so common at a time when someone is grieving is that people usually continue to work while they’re…
processing more emotions
taking in more information
planning more arrangements
getting things organized
and, as a result…
not getting enough sleep
forgetting to eat/drink
always rushing
and not getting a moment to rest
To Avoid Burnout While Grieving, You Can…
take breaks
be sure not to take on any additional tasks unless you have the capacity to do so
take time off when appropriate
You don’t have to be sick or be going on vacation to take time off. Take a mental health day whenever you feel the need to. You deserve some time off, especially in your time of grieving.
Things You Can Do Outside Of Work…
Join a Grief Support Group
Your experience with grief is personal. You don’t necessarily have to share the details of what you're going through with anyone. Especially if you don’t feel comfortable doing so. But not sharing your thoughts and feelings with anyone can lead to you feeling isolated and lonely.
By attending a grief support group, or by going to group therapy, you’ll be surrounded by a group of people who will be able to relate to what you’re going through. Through shared stories, time, and engagement with others, you’ll start to feel much less isolated and alone. Instead, you’ll feel seen, heard, and supported.
Engage in a Group Oriented Hobby, Sport, or Club
Just like joining a grief group, this will remind you that you’re not alone and that you are capable of experiencing joy, satisfaction, fulfillment, connection, excitement, and happiness, even in the midst of your loss.
Stay Connected with Family and Friends
Consider socializing with friends even when you feel like isolating. You may be surprised to find yourself laughing, smiling, and enjoying their company much more than you thought you would.
If the thought of connecting with them in person feels way too draining, remember you can also stay connected via…
Phone Call
Text Message
Video Chat
If any of that feels like too much then it’s totally okay to respect how you feel and give yourself some more alone time
Receive Support from a Mental Health Therapist with Online Grief Counseling
You deserve some support. Not just from coworkers, supervisors, friends, and family, but from a grief therapist as well. Allow me, a black male therapist offering online grief counseling in Florida to support you as you navigate the emotions you’re experiencing as a result of your loss.
With Online Grief Counseling in Florida, you can Receive the Support you Deserve!
So if you’re…
an adult who's living in the state of Florida, USA
are ready to start receiving online grief therapy
want to learn how to…
process some of the emotional pain you’ve been experiencing
and work towards experiencing joy, happiness, satisfaction, and fulfillment again
… then feel free to get in contact with me to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.
I look forward to providing you with a listening ear as well as the support you rightfully deserve. Support can lead to you feeling more capable of coping with grief.
Start Online Grief Counseling in Florida
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your grief and unable to manage your emotions at work? As a black male therapist who provides online grief counseling in Florida, I can only imagine how you’ve been feeling since experiencing your loss. The pain, the hurt, the tears, and the emotions can start to feel like way too much to bear. By starting online grief counseling, you won’t have to feel like you’re bearing it all on your own. I am here to listen, support, and help you cope as you process your grief.
Get Started with Online Grief Counseling in Florida by following these 3 simple steps:
Start receiving support so that you’re able to better cope with your grief symptoms!
Other Services offered by Darryon C. Spencer, LMHC
Darryon C Spencer, LMHC understands that you may be experiencing other mental health concerns which is why I also provide services such as:
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