5 Things You Could Do When You Lose Someone So Dear Yet You Are So Far Away From Home

Posted on: Sep 5, 2021 Publish By: funerallink

CoVid-19 has forced us to be isolated away from our loved ones. But at the same time, it teaches us to be more creative and resilient. We need to stay strong not only for ourselves but for our family, friends, and those people who are so close to us. When the pandemic started, millions of people, especially those living and working abroad, came home to be with their families. Though life is tremendously beautiful, it is unpredictable. It can either put us in cloud nine or throw us in the ravine. That’s life! The question is how we going to deal with it.

Losing a family member, a dear friend, or a close relative during this pandemic is one of those challenges life throws at us. It is painful. Definitely, not easy! When you want to be there for your family, you can’t – at least physically.

Here are the five things that could help when you lose someone so dear, yet you are so far away:

Light a candle – If you are a Roman Catholic, you could go to church and offer a Holy Mass for the deceased. You could also go to the nearest cemetery and light a candle at the Cross. Or, for your safety, you could light a candle or incense for the deceased loved one.
Talk to your family, friends, relatives – Through the help of technology, it is so much easier to communicate wherever you are in the world. It may not be the same as being physically present; however, it allows you to grieve with them. Knowing that you are not alone, it is easier for you to accept the loss. Eventually, move on.
Take some time off to grieve – It is okay to cry and grieve. Do not hold back and allow yourself to feel the sadness and loss. Even though you are miles away from your family, it doesn’t mean that you don’t have the right to grieve. Take some time off from work to grieve the loss of someone so dear to you.
Say a little prayer – Say a little prayer for the bereaved family and yourself that God will give you strength to go on with your life.
Express your emotion through writing, art, or any activities – You could journal about what you are going through at the moment or paint if you are into painting. Use your talent to express your emotions. Pour your heart out in your art or any other activities to make you feel better.

Whether there is a pandemic or not, losing someone isn’t that simple. Don’t forget that you are not alone and allow the people around you to walk with you in the process. Time is the best healer. Your life may not be the same, but you must continue with your life. You can think of it as honoring your loved one by living your life to the fullest.

“What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, For all that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” – HELEN KELLER

5 Things You Could Do When You Lose Someone So Dear Yet You Are So Far Away From Home

Here are the five things that could help when you lose someone so dear, yet you are so far away:

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