It's Okay To Vent

Everyone expresses their grief differently. Some people are introspective and prefer to keep their thoughts and feelings to themselves. Other people feel compelled to talk about their grief because talking to someone gives them a sense of support and community. Some people may find themselves somewhere in between these two extremes. The point is, there are no rules about how much to share or what to share. It's a matter of personal preference and what you feel comfortable with. However, no matter which end of the spectrum you find yourself on, it's important to get your feelings out one way or another. Sometimes the best way to do that is to vent. Some days, the weight of grief bears down so heavily that we have to find some sort of release. When you're grieving, it's okay to vent. Here are a few ideas for any personality and any grief style to let it all out.

Talk it Out 
Venting isn't a bad thing. Especially when you're grieving, it's helpful to find someone to talk to about all of the struggles you're going through. The nice thing about finding a person to talk to (as opposed to yourself or writing it down) is that they can talk back if that's what you want. If you'd rather they just listen, they can do that to.

See a Therapist 
Many people find comfort in therapy following the death of a loved one. Everyone has their own opinions about therapy, but if it's something you feel might help you, by all means find a therapist you feel comfortable with and see how it goes. Therapists aren't just reserved for those who don't have anyone else to talk to. Some people have wonderful support groups, but just don't feel comfortable sharing everything with their friends and families. Also, therapists can give you objective advice and feedback.

Talk to Friends and Family 
If you're blessed with a strong support group you probably have a few go-to friends and family members that are always willing to drop everything to help you out during your time of grief. When you need to vent, call on one of these confidants to be your sounding board for a while. Let them know that you're having a rough day and that you just need to vent.

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