Coping With Grief During the Holidays

Week of December 22, 2008

The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) offers the following tips to help surviving military families get through this holiday season: (1) take charge of your holiday season; (2) make plans; (3) find sustenance for your soul; (4) do not be afraid to change your holiday traditions; (5) include your lost loved one in gift-giving; (6) create a tribute; (7) be gentle with yourself; (8) attend holiday functions if you can; (9) do not pretend that you have not experienced a loss; (10) pay attention to your health; (11) take stock of both joy and sadness; (12) express your feelings; (13) share your holiday season with someone else. To find more ways to deal with grief this holiday season, visit the TAPS website.