I have lately become aware of friends and acquaintances who have experienced the death of close friends, family, neighbors, and pets. This knowledge has led me to an awareness of what is so close, but has yet to storm my own life. This will not always be the case, as death, loss, and grief are all a part of life. This blog is my prayer and acknowledgement to those around me who have been affected in this way. ~KF
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is one of the most stressful events in life. Research shows that about 40% of bereaved people will suffer from some form of anxiety disorder in the first year after the death of a loved one. How much stress a person experiences when facing the loss of a loved one is at the top of the list of the most serious stresses to endure. The effects of losing a pet should not be minimized. Pets are often considered another member of the family, and therefore their loss is grieved as well.
But how to get back to "normal" life after such a life change has occurred?
How do we move on in a way that allows us to express our feelings without losing control of our life?
The practice of yoga brings us to what we are experiencing in the moment we experience it. Yoga has a way of opening the body to what is happening in the present moment, and when practiced regularly can be a routine that brings a sense of normality and peace into an otherwise chaotic and traumatic situation.
Many yoga instructors have the experience and willingness to help students feel safe and supported when emotions release on the mat (called somatization, or emotional release), even in the middle of a class. An alternative to group classes are custom practice routines (viniyoga) created by an experienced yoga instructor who can help students sustain a private practice at home, a park, or other natural setting.
I have been fortunate to come across several resources that could be helpful to those grieving the death or loss of a significant person or pet in their loves. My heart goes out to all of you, as I know yours will be with me when my time comes. Namaste'
Healing from tragedy: http://www.doctorpuff.com/view-tv-show.php?id=29
Pam Pence, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy (Tustin, CA): http://www.meetyourselfyogatherapy.com/
Article on grieving through yoga: http://www.yogajournal.com/wisdom/1966
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is one of the most stressful events in life. Research shows that about 40% of bereaved people will suffer from some form of anxiety disorder in the first year after the death of a loved one. How much stress a person experiences when facing the loss of a loved one is at the top of the list of the most serious stresses to endure. The effects of losing a pet should not be minimized. Pets are often considered another member of the family, and therefore their loss is grieved as well.
But how to get back to "normal" life after such a life change has occurred?
How do we move on in a way that allows us to express our feelings without losing control of our life?
The practice of yoga brings us to what we are experiencing in the moment we experience it. Yoga has a way of opening the body to what is happening in the present moment, and when practiced regularly can be a routine that brings a sense of normality and peace into an otherwise chaotic and traumatic situation.
Many yoga instructors have the experience and willingness to help students feel safe and supported when emotions release on the mat (called somatization, or emotional release), even in the middle of a class. An alternative to group classes are custom practice routines (viniyoga) created by an experienced yoga instructor who can help students sustain a private practice at home, a park, or other natural setting.
I have been fortunate to come across several resources that could be helpful to those grieving the death or loss of a significant person or pet in their loves. My heart goes out to all of you, as I know yours will be with me when my time comes. Namaste'
Healing from tragedy: http://www.doctorpuff.com/view-tv-show.php?id=29
Pam Pence, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy (Tustin, CA): http://www.meetyourselfyogatherapy.com/
Article on grieving through yoga: http://www.yogajournal.com/wisdom/1966
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