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6 | June 2021 | Living Well<br />
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For many people, this past<br />
year has been one filled with<br />
loss. Whether it be loss of a<br />
job, a relationship, a dream or<br />
even the loss of a loved one<br />
through death, loss affects us<br />
deeply and in different ways.<br />
Many people try to numb<br />
themselves to the pain of loss<br />
through addictions, busyness<br />
or other avoidance behavior.<br />
However, the only effective,<br />
helpful response to loss is to<br />
grieve.<br />
People often deny themselves<br />
the freedom to grieve.<br />
Why? Simply put — it hurts.<br />
Our human nature is to avoid<br />
pain. However, it is only when<br />
we allow ourselves the space and<br />
freedom to feel pain as a natural<br />
response to loss that we actually begin<br />
to heal.<br />
Loss & Grief<br />
Julie Wolf, MA, LMHC, owner of Hope Counseling<br />
Clinic, is committed to helping families and individuals find<br />
healing.<br />
When grieving, it is important to<br />
remember that time alone does not<br />
heal the pain. Rather, it is doing<br />
the work of grief over a period of<br />
time that allows the heart to heal.<br />
by Julie Wolf, MA, LMHC, Owner<br />
Hope Counseling Clinic • 410 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden<br />
407-654-5700 • hopecounsel.coms<br />
Give yourself time and space<br />
to feel and express your<br />
feelings of disappointment,<br />
confusion, anger, guilt and<br />
deep sadness. Recognize<br />
that there is no “right” way<br />
to grieve, and understand<br />
that some need to process<br />
their thoughts and emotions<br />
outwardly by talking and being<br />
around others while others<br />
need quiet and solitude.<br />
Regardless of how you grieve,<br />
don’t let yourself become<br />
isolated.<br />
Hope Counseling Clinic in<br />
Winter Gar den is ready<br />
to help anyone who is stuck<br />
in emotions that feel overwhelming<br />
or anyone finding themselves<br />
coping through avoidance of<br />
pain. Let them help you get started<br />
on a healing journey. ª<br />
401 Main Street, Suite A, Windermere, FL<br />
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DENTISTRY<br />
Emilia Godoy-Rapport, D.M.D.<br />
Always Friendly & Gentle<br />
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www.windermeresmiles.com<br />
(407) 909-1097
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