Managing Grief on Mother’s Day

Posted on: May 2, 2021 Publish By: funerallink

Mother’s Day is here again and we can witness flowers, cakes, balloons and all things bright as we honor great mothers from all around the world. However, for some families that lost their moms, this day is a constant reminder that their beloved is forever lost and they can only reminisce of their time and memories.

While you may feel grief and loneliness, you may have the urge to honor your beloved wonderwoman on this day. Here are some ways you can manage your grief and at the same time celebrate the memory of your mom.

Make a Mother’s Day Card

There’s no escaping the tradition of Mother’s Day Cards during the month of May. If you feel emotional whenever you look at one, then it might be a great form of release and expression to buy one and pour your feelings in that venue. Look into the memories you want to look back, ask yourself anything that you may want to share and understand what you want to relay in your card.

Set a Place

Do you enjoy a heartwarming dinner with your mom back then as a celebration of Mother’s day? If you did, then it’s a great option to set up a dinner table with the intention of including her as if she’s enjoying the moment with you and your family. At the same time, the dinner can be a heartening venue for each family member to reminisce their favorite memory with your late mom.

Bring Favorite Flowers to Your Mom’s Grave

One of the greatest expressions of love you can make for your mom is to give her flowers. These bright colored flowers will surely give her a smile, despite the fact that she’s not here with you. Purchase your mom’s favorite flowers and place it on her grave. Give yourself some time to reflect and reminisce your time with your mom.

Visit a Mom-Figure

In your life, there are instances where you’ll not only have your mom by your side. But, other mom-figures can also alleviate your emotions of longing. If you have other mom-figures such as aunt, grandmother, godmother or even a friend who’s a senior member of the society, pay them a visit. Instead of feeling alone and lonely on Mother’s day, you can use it to light up another mom’s day.

Donate or Volunteer

If by chance you have the extra time or you may not have ample time to go out and celebrate, you can choose to donate to your favorite charity institution that caters to all kinds of mom. If you want to reach out and give your personal touch, volunteering is a great way of spending Mother’s Day, too.

Missing your mom on Mother’s Day is valid. Your feelings of longingness and loneliness is a natural response to such occasion. But, always keep in mind that whatever your heart tell you, you must follow. If you want to cry it out and listen to songs that remind you of your mom, then do it. There’s no right or wrong way to grieving.

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