11/22/2025
November 22 is Survivors of Su***de Loss Day.
Bruce Conley, with gives us an idea of how we can honor our grief in the loss of a loved one to su***de, especially as the holidays approach.
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This is the Griever’s Holiday Bill of Rights —
1. You have the right to say “time out” anytime you need. It’s OK to blow off a little steam, step away, have a “huddle,” and start over.
2. You have the right to “tell it like it is.” When people ask, “How are you?” you have the right to tell them how you really feel, not just what they want to hear.
3. You have the right to some “bah humbug” days. This does not make you a bad person.
4. You have the right to do things differently. There is no law that says you must always do Christmas, Hanukah, or other holidays the same way you have always done.
5. You have the right to be where you want to be, at home or a relative’s, in any city or state you choose. There’s no law that says you must stay home or you must go someplace.
6. You have the right to some fun. When you have a day that isn’t so bad, and you feel like doing something for fun, then do it. You don’t have to be afraid of what someone else may say if they see you laughing and having a good time. Laughter is every bit as important and healing as tears.
7. You have the right to change direction in mid-stream. Grief is unpredictable. You may be all ready to go somewhere or do something, and suddenly you are overwhelmed. When that happens, it’s okay to change your mind.
8. You have the right to do things at different times. You don’t have to be a slave to the clock.
9. You have the right to rest, peace, and solitude. Take time to pray and to meditate, to recharge your spirit.
10. You have the right to do it all differently again next year. Just because you change things one year and try something different does not mean you have to do it exactly the same way next year.
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