The loss of a loved one, whether a family member, friend or even a pet, triggers in us a plethora of emotions, which we generally call grief. Although grief is usually associated with the passing on of a loved one, it is not exclusive to just that. Grief is simply a sense of loss that is felt after losing something or someone. It could be a person, job or even a loss of status, which is rather common in today's world, where one's fortunes change in a matter of seconds.
It is important to allow the grieving process to take its course, but if it extends years and severely hampers one's ability to carry on with life, help is required.
Many a times, people complain of long-standing aches and pain, chronic migraines, perpetual fears and anxieties for which they do not have a definite cause. It is almost as though they cannot remember a time without the pain. Upon further questioning, they finally come to realise that their complaints started after the death or parting of a loved one.
The inability to come to terms with loss is a very common cause of various ailments. In homeopathy, there some excellent remedies to balance a person's vital force in such situations since it takes into account the whole person and not just the physical symptoms.
Please consult a qualified practitioner if you are considering homeopathic treatment . Do not attempt to self-medicate in this situation as a delicate handling of your constitution is required. A homeopathic practitioner will not just prescribe on the sense of loss but will take into consideration your totality before prescribing a remedy.
If you are not yet ready to see a practitioner, you may want to consider Bach Flower remedies to aid you in your healing. Since flower remedies are selected simply based on current emotions and feelings, no prior medical knowledge is required. Hence, they are excellent for self-healing.
Some suitable Bach Flower Remedies:
Star of Bethlehem - This is the chief remedy for shock, trauma and grief. It is very effective when the trauma seems to overwhelm one's existence and cannot be released. This is the first remedy to be given when one receives shocking news. This will give the person strength to absorb the shock and maintain equanimity.
Walnut - This is the remedy that helps with adjustment and change in life after any major event. It breaks any negative link with the past and allows a person to positively adapt to situations. This should be considered when a person is going through a transitional phase after experiencing a loss.
Honeysuckle - The key use of honeysuckle is to help one come out of a lost relationship. There is a lot of longing for past relationships or life situations and the person is unable to focus on the present. This is also a very effective remedy when one is distressed about the loss of youth, health and or beauty.
The remedies can be taken in combination, four times a day at an interval of 3 to 4 hours for up to 3 weeks.
