Here is an example of a First 52 Lesson. Intensity is a shocker… it’s what brings folks to counseling. Learn about your intensity within grief. It will help you. Other lessons take this awareness to the next step.
Take a Look…
Remember when we talked about the journey of grief… well, you are truly in it.
You may be noticing more “intensity” right now. We are going to talk more about that. I want to assure you that “intensity” isn’t to be feared even though it may catch you off-guard. It’s an indicator to pay closer attention.
I find many folks want to hide from the hurt. This is when I gently say “Lean in my friend. Be your most authentic self.” Your hurt is real. Your love is real. Your intensity is real.
Let’s get to better understand that intensity and why it’s happening now.
Watch the video and utilize the Identify Feelings handout to begin to identify what you may be experiencing in your grief.
Handout: Identify Feelings Worksheet
Take a few minutes to reflect or journal:
Now that you understand a little bit more about intensity, how does that change your perspective of your own grief reactions?