The grievance is exhausting. It draws out your energy, both emotionally and physically. You don’t feel capable of even the slightest effort.
Getting over that initial hurdle of being active can be difficult, but it’s well worth the effort. Once you start moving, your body and mind will really thank you.
Sometimes a good exercise routine is enough to recharge the batteries a bit. You can start slow. Don’t overdo it.
I’m not talking about powerlifting dumbbells here. I’m talking about taking a few baby steps. Go for a brisk walk by the river or in the park. After a few deep breaths, you’ll start to relax and feel a little better. You may notice that the leaves are bright green and the sky is bright blue. The birds sing, unaware of your pain. Life goes on.
It’s amazing what a little sweat can do for you. Physical exercise enhances the production of endorphins“feel good” hormones in our brain and stress-controlling hormones like cortisol.
A brisk walk is the easiest, but not the only way to stimulate blood circulation and get your heartbeat up a bit. Do what feels right to you, but move. If the idea of exercising bores you, try dancing.
Find those old disco records and go wild.
No one can look at you and criticize your choice of music, or disapprove of your dancing as a sign that you have moved on from your loss.
Yes, you may overdo it and even sweat a little, but much of your stress and anguish will wash away with that sweat.
While a gym will offer you a variety of machines to exercise properly, you may not be in the mood for the people around you when you’re grieving. Too much empathy can be smoothed.
Try swimming. There’s something relaxing about water, and swimming will give all your muscles a good workout.
Many people use household chores to relieve the stress of everyday life. But try to make it more than just doing housework. Turn on the music and attack that pile of ironed or dirty windows.
The results are really gratifying. Your muscles will ache, your house will shine, and some of your pain will fade. Shimmering The idea is not to conquer your grievance in one fell swoop, it is to understand that your pain will be a little less each day.