ABSTRACT
Don’t try to analyze the loss, however long it takes, process it with others, and then let it go. Keeping a hold of the anger will only make you bitter and create future problems. Vanessa, 18
The only way to get over it is to deal with it. Jenny, 15 My respect for others and myself helped me get through bad times. Neil, 16 I just told myself that I could do it. Trista, 15 Just the simple fact that I believe in God and eternal life lets me believe that those who
have gone before me are safe, happy, or at peace. Jessica, 17 My loss helped me get in touch with my feelings. Steven, 19 I learned people really cared about me. John, 17 Life is short, live for today. Steven, 19
Appendix J: What I Learned About Grief: Teens Speak Out. Permission is granted to photocopy for grief group use. Source: Help for the Hard Times: Getting Through Loss by Earl Hipp. Copyright © 1995, published by Hazelden, Center City, MN (pp. 113-115).
