Understanding Acceptance
1. Acceptance means embracing the present – both good and bad – in order to shape the future.
2. Acceptance does not mean that you feel happy about the loss, rather there is an acceptance of the pain and loss you’ve experienced.
3. Acceptance is not about liking a situation. It is about acknowledging all that has been lost and learning to live with the loss.
Characteristics of Acceptance:
* Feeling positive and hopeful
* Seeking out new meaning
* Feeling more secure and relaxed
* Being mindful and present
* Coping and adapting to the circumstances
* Being vulnerable
* Taking care of oneself and practicing self compassion
About Lisa
I am a grief counselor, certified grief educator, certified professional life coach, speaker, and writer dedicated to helping you navigate through life and loss. My greatest joy is to help others, to have the honor to listen to your story, and to offer hope. I am truly grateful and it is my privilege to be on this journey with you.