By Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500
Can Yoga help your grief? Most of us do not want to discuss loss or grief. There are many types of grief and loss. At this time, many people are coping with the loss of their homes and jobs, due to the economy, but the loss of a loved one has to top the list for grievance.
When my Mother died at 50 years of age, from her first heart attack, it made me aware of “ultimate grief.” There are many forms of grief or loss, but death is the worst of them. Each day, after the loss of a loved one, is like a bad dream.
It seems as if time goes by slowly and you are part of the walking wounded. What is the best solution? Can a personal Yoga session be useful? From my experience, solo Yoga practice may not be the best solution. Yoga classes are social atmospheres, and you can always make new friends or re-kindle old friendships.
There is focused time during practice, but many students tend to socialize with each other. Social interaction is not counseling or an exact therapy for loss, but it is a diversion when the mind needs it most. Time must pass for any healing process to occur.
This does not mean you are trying to forget your problems, but it allows you to begin the healing process. At some point in the future, you can resume or begin your personal Yoga practice. Yoga, in all of its forms, is a great healer.
About the loss of a job: Here is some advice from my own personal experience. Stop blaming yourself and move forward. Seek a job or play for the day, but try not to worry about bills and the job search. As they say: “Been there and done that.”
One thing I regret about the first time I became unemployed: I didn’t take a vacation. Unemployment turned into a job search that resembled a Holy Quest. Please do not make that mistake. Enjoy your time off and search for work, but realize that you will find work again.
About the loss of a home: I have never experienced this form of loss, but I know it is heart breaking. Everyone loves their home, but try to visualize the gravity of your loss. A home is a material possession. We are the temporary custodians of material wealth.
We cannot take our homes and wealth into the afterlife. You may not be able to afford going to Yoga class, after losing your home, but you can still practice. The most valuable assets in life are your family and friends.
© Copyright 2009 – Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
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