Recovery from Grief Trauma in Lost Relationships: Steps to Recovery and Re-grounding

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Episode Summary

In this episode: Coach Liz Blanding discusses the trauma of grief resulting from lost relationships—whether through breakups, divorce, or estrangement—and offers practical recovery strategies. The conversation covers the emotional stages of grief and provides insights on rebuilding identity, re-grounding techniques, and setting new routines for healing. Liz shares valuable tips to avoid unhealthy coping mechanisms and offers actionable ways to regain confidence and move forward after relational losses.

Key Takeaways:

• Grief from lost relationships is a form of trauma that requires acknowledgment and healthy processing.
• Recovery follows five emotional stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.
• Common emotional reactions include sadness, loneliness, anxiety, panic attacks, and urges to isolate.
• Healing involves rebuilding identity, regrounding, and establishing new routines to regulate emotions.
• Downloadable PDF notes for this mini-trauma recovery talk are now available from Oasis Wellness Centers.

Topics Covered:

1. Understanding Grief in Lost Relationships:
   • The complex emotions—abandonment, betrayal, and guilt—associated with breakups, divorce, or estrangement.
   • Acknowledging emotions without judgment.
2. Healthy Recovery Strategies:
   • Avoiding unhealthy coping mechanisms like overeating or risky behaviors.
   • Embracing exercise, journaling, mindfulness, and seeking support from trusted individuals.
3. Rebuilding Identity:
   • Rediscovering personal interests and hobbies.
   • Reflecting on life lessons and reconnecting with social groups.
4. Re-grounding Techniques:
   • Physical grounding: yoga, stretching, walking in nature.
   • Spiritual grounding: personal rituals and connecting with faith.
5. Moving Forward with Confidence:
   • Trusting yourself and setting healthy boundaries for future relationships.
   • Patience and resilience throughout the healing process.

Next Steps:

• Download the PDF Notes: Get the downloadable PDF version of this talk from Oasis Wellness Centers.
• Join the Pathway to Trauma Recovery Program: Engage with a supportive community and explore in-depth recovery strategies.
• Need More Support? Reach out to Oasis Wellness for coaching and additional resources.

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