Understanding grief can make it safer and more predictable. Accept Your Feelings. Grief has many feelings . . . Accept them and they will help you learn about yourself and the meaning of your loss. Lock them up inside you, and you will lock away parts of yourself.
Grief takes energy.
You may tire easily. A slower pace alternated with periods of diversion and mild exercise will maximize healing. So will good nutrition. Involve Yourself in Work or Meaningful Activity. It can help you maintain direction, control, and purpose, and occupy your mind.