We celebrate all stages of life: graduations & accomplishments, marriage, anniversaries, B’days ending in “0″ . Yet we forget, sometimes, it is hard to GRIEVE our past: all our failures, missed opportunities, youthful appearance, loves gone sour.
A most difficult act of kindness is figuring out what to do when someone is grieving. Do something small for them or their family: shine their shoes, sweep their porch, take their children out to play for a few hours. Mostly, let the mourner lead the way and set their own tone. Those in grief usually have the best instincts regarding what they need. These times bring a roller coaster of emotions.
Remember, it is their loss. Go gently, in quiet kindness: All was well, is well, will be well.
“Salve” yourself when you are giving this gift. Refuse to ignore your present: today~which is wrapped up and all yours.
Then celebrate kindness today with those you love!
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