From the book,
"Healing Your Grieving Soul,
100 Spiritual Practices For Mourners"
by Alan D. Wolfelt, PH.D.


32.
FIND COMFORT IN THE ELEMENTS

*Ancient scientist thought the world was made up of the four elements of air, fire, earth and water. By definition, elements are pure, basic, simple. If you try, you can find comfort and meaning in each of them.

*Air: Breath deeply. Practice yogic breathing. Stand in the wind.

*Fire: Light a candle in your loved one's memory. Build a fire in a fireplace and sit in spiritual contemplation while you watch the flames dance.

*Earth: Garden. Plant bulbs. Start a compost pile. Walk barefoot in the grass.

*Water: Take a long bath. Go for a swim. Walk in the rain. Play in sprinkler.