Have you dealt with the loss of a loved one or have fears about it?

If so, I have some ideas for how to cope.

Welcome back to Savvy Psychologist.

I'm your host, Dr. Monica Johnson.

Every week on this show, I'll help you face life's challenges with evidence-based

approaches, a sympathetic ear, and zero judgment.

Life is a natural and normal response to loss.

It's a complex and multifaceted experience that can affect individuals emotionally,

cognitively, physically, and behaviorally.

Grief can be triggered by a variety of losses, including the death of a loved one or pet,

the end of a significant relationship, the loss of a job or home, or the diagnosis of

a serious illness.

However, for the purposes of today's episode, we are going to focus on the death of a loved

one.

The experience of grief can vary widely from person to person, and may involve a range

of emotions, such as sadness, anger, guilt, anxiety, and despair.

Grief can also affect an individual's thinking and cognition, leading to difficulty concentrating,

making decisions, or remembering things.

Physical symptoms of grief may include fatigue, insomnia, and even headaches.

Grief can also lead to changes in behavior, such as withdrawal from social activities

and relationships, or engaging in risky or self-destructive behaviors.

Grief is a process that can unfold over time, so it won't always look the same, even in

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