healing rituals for those who have lost a loved one
this small booklet was created for those who are experiencing the loss of someone they have loved. some of these small grief rituals are based on Native and indigenous traditions and are spiritual rather than religious, offering an opportunity to share sacred moments cross culturally in an appropriate and respectful way.
this small booklet was created for those who are experiencing the loss of someone they have loved. some of these small grief rituals are based on Native and indigenous traditions and are spiritual rather than religious, offering an opportunity to share sacred moments cross culturally in an appropriate and respectful way.
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This is a simple grief ritual that is inspired by indigenous practices. You can<br />
do this al<strong>one</strong> or invite a few friends to join you;<br />
Gather up items from around the house belonging to your <strong>loved</strong> <strong>one</strong>. Look<br />
<strong>for</strong> items that trigger a memory or a story. Like a favorite fall t-shirt, or<br />
garden gloves, or a favorite mug.<br />
Gather up all the items and speak to each <strong>one</strong>, thanking it <strong>for</strong> the memory<br />
and <strong>for</strong> bringing happiness into your <strong>loved</strong> <strong>one</strong>s life.<br />
“Thank you {coffee cup} <strong>for</strong> making their morning brighter”<br />
“Thank you {t-shirt} <strong>for</strong> the fun and laughter you shared with her”<br />
You can then place all of these items together so that you can take them<br />
out and repeat the ritual on special occasions and/or you can write a little<br />
about each item and place them somewhere safe <strong>for</strong> others to enjoy in the<br />
future.<br />
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