Experiencing grief due to a dramatic life change recently?
Has your life been turned upside down? A recent job loss, death of a loved one, divorce? Loss comes in many forms. Are you overwhelmed and not sure how to get back on track?
Check out my blog about my personal grief at Grief Living.com
What is Grief Organizing?
Grief organizing is the act of getting organized while still processing grief. The cold hard truth is grief is never really over. It changes over time. It evolves. Some things we may grieve over and over in different ways for the rest of our lives. I know, sorry to be the bearer of bad news. I learned this the hard way. Like many people, I really wanted a checklist. I wanted to check all the boxes and be done. Neatly put it in a box and snap that lid shut and put it away. Little did I know that is not reality.
By processing and healing my grief it has helped me be able to provide compassion, empathy, and understanding to others who are experiencing thier own form of grief.
Where you are in your grief will determine what you are ready to address. No matter what stage of grief you are in there is always something that needs to be dealt with and organized.
Below are some quick areas to think about. Keep it Simple!
IMMEDIATE – NOW!
Some items get immediately dealt with. I call these the “Priority items”. These items are typically needed to complete an action of some sort. Like finding a Will, Insurance policy, or removing items from the residence.
LATER – NO IMPENDING DEADLINE
Some items will get dealt with a little later. These items are the “Not Now Items”. They get boxed up and either dealt with later.
NOTE: ***THIS IS WHERE MOST PEOPLE PUT STUFF INDEFINITELY
NOT DEALING WITH IT – EVER
This one is a tricky one. This may represent items that need to be delegated to someone else with the expertise or items that you personally do not see a value in.
Ready to reclaim your space & simplify your life?
Not sure, let’s chat to see if you are in a place of “ready” to address.
Deciphering all that needs to be accomplished can be overwhelming & laborious
If you are processing emotions and adapting to all the new changes at the same time having the brain power to go through all of it can be a huge task.
So, what can I do for you? Well, I am so glad you asked. I help you sift through and identify an end goal. Set priorities and then get to that goal or goals depending the scenario. I assist with keeping you on the right path throughout the whole process.
When necessary, I redirect you back to your goals. I understand the sensitive nature and vulnerability this represents in your life. Recognizing your needs and providing the time and space to process and move forward while trying to attain your end goal is key.
It always gets messier before it gets better. The path isn’t always clear, but at the achievement of your goal there is newfound freedom and calm. Something has been lifted. What may see like a heavy weight.
True, it never looks the same as in the past. That is because it is new. The change you never wanted, but it doesn’t mean it can’t be better. Or simpler or whatever you want it to be. The freedom to live again and love the life you are constructing awaits you.
”CLEARING the CLUTTER in your physical space will go a long way toward clearing the clutter in your mind and relationships” ~ Peter Walsh