Handling Oversensitivity After a Major Loss
While
grieving a loss, you may be overly sensitive and
easily offended by things other people say or do. If you find yourself reacting
to what other people say and do, you can:
- Pause for a moment before responding to what you
consider to be an insensitive comment or action. Concentrate on your breathing,
count to 10, or recite a short prayer or poem that calms
you.
- Remind yourself that you are under stress and not acting as
you normally would.
- Ask people around you to allow you some time to
adjust to your new life situation.
- Keep yourself from becoming
preoccupied with thoughts about an insensitive comment.
- Focus on
the goodness around you. Thank those who have been caring and kind to
you.
Credits
| By | Healthwise Staff |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Sidney Zisook, MD - Psychiatry |
| Last Revised | October 17, 2011 |