South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Bereavement Information 32 Looking after your wellbeing • Keep to a meal routine and drink lots of water. Sometimes you may not feel hungry, but eating and drinking water regularly is an important way to support yourself • Maintain gentle activity, such as walking, yoga, tai chi, or swimming • Spend time in nature, like at the beach, river or in bushland • Do any activity that brings you a sense of satisfaction • You may find social situations more challenging and feel you need more time for yourself Legacy and remembering • Keeping memories around you and your home can help you feel connected. This may include photos, playing music that reminds you of the person or keeping to the routine you shared, such as having tea in the sun. You may wish to invite others to share these moments with you. • Sharing memories and stories with friends and family, thoughts and feelings can be comforting and strengthen feelings of connection. • Draw on religious or spiritual beliefs. • Use cultural or religious practices that are meaningful for you personally. At times you may not feel able to do any of these things. Self-compassion and being gentle with yourself are important when you are grieving.
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