Grief is a storm of sorts. An ongoing, relentless, and sometimes severe storm.
Loss creates upheaval and change. Our old normal is shattered. Our sense of safety and security can evaporate.
We’re sad, anxious, fearful, and angry. We sometimes feel guilty, frustrated, and out-of-control. We don’t know what’s coming next.
It’s like we were suddenly thrust into a violent maelstrom. Some of us didn’t even know this storm was brewing. It seemed to come out of nowhere with sudden and shocking force. Others of us had some warning. We knew this loss was coming. We might have even thought we were prepared for it.
There is no way we can completely prepare ourselves, however, for our loved one’s final breath. Whether sudden or expected, death comes in an instant.
This grief storm is exhausting.
Add to that the other storms of life. Wars and rumors of wars. Pandemics, disease, and natural disasters. Tensions and conflicts between people, groups, and nations. Financial upheaval, shortages, and economic challenges. Rising anger, division, and hatred.
In our Fear Not series, we released a video called Fear Not: Storms and More Storms. In this video, we take a look at how Jesus and His disciples handled a sudden, powerful storm.
You can watch Fear Not: Storms and More Storms (seven-and-a-half minutes) on Rumble and YouTube.
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Storms will come. We can’t control the storm, but we can choose how we’re going to respond to it – one step at a time.
The storms of life are draining and challenging. They can take their toll on us. We need to be kind to ourselves as we go through this.
I’m honored to with you in this storm. Thanks for reading.
Question: What is your grief storm like currently? What challenges are you facing?
I lost my soul mate 8 years ago and sometimes it seems like yesterday. There is a hole in my heart I need to move on and get unstuck second marriage 32 yeArs so lonely and so sad everyday. He would not be happy with me I am oh so tired of crying but it helps the pain and sadness to releSe
Hi Ellen. I’m so sorry. I’m glad you can cry and release some of the pain and grief. Losses like this are devastating in so many ways. Please be patient with yourself. Often we don’t think we’re making any progress, when in reality every little step of healing adds up over time. Keep doing what you know to do to express your grief and “get it out” in healthy ways. Blessings to you…
We lost our youngest son Dustin in 2013
Not the same person
I now work as advanced grief recovery specialist
Something I would never have chosen .. it chose me
So I could be help to others
after over 2 months I am suddenly back to square one. I am not exactly lonely BUT I don’t know what I am. Crying longing just sad….
Hi Sandy. If it helps any, you’re not alone in feelings this. This is quite common, but of course not pleasant at all. I’m so sorry you’re going through this. When our world is altered like this, it’s hard to know who we are and what to do. Please be patient with yourself. Praying for you now…
With the upcoming of Ryan’s Angelversary, I find myself not “feeling” myself. I don’t know if you’d say not in control but thoughts and feelings are all over the place. I thought I had this in hand/under control but I’m not so sure now. I’m still trying to live my life like I know he’d want me to and reading numerous books of yours has helped me. Thank you Gary
Hi Joyce. Thanks for sharing this. Ugh. This grief road is so unpredictable. The one thing we know for sure is that it will surprise – and that it will not be what we expect. It feels like two steps forward and three steps back, but the reality is that each little movement forward adds up to a lot of healing over time. Keep doing what you know to do to grieve well. Accept where you are, as you are, as much as you can. Praying for you…