The 3 C's of Grief Exercise| Printable Worksheet Included

Introduction:

Grief looks different for everyone — but healing often begins with small, intentional steps. The 3 C’s of grief offer a simple framework to help individuals and families navigate loss with care and clarity.

• Choose how you care for yourself each day.

• Connect with people or practices that offer comfort.

• Communicate your feelings in ways that feel safe and honest.

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Reflection Exercise:

This reflective exercise can serve as journal prompts for routine check-ins and can be an activity for family check-ins to encourage discussion.

Choose: What kind of support do I need today?

☐ Space to cry

☐ Someone to talk to

☐ Time alone

☐ A creative outlet (writing, music, drawing)

☐ Movement or nature

☐ Something else: _______________________

Connect: Who can I connect with right now?

☐ A friend

☐ A family member

☐ A support group

☐ A therapist

☐ A spiritual guide

☐ A pet

☐ Myself

Communicate: What’s one feeling I need to express right now? _______________________________________________________

✏️ Is there someone I want to talk to? What do I want to say? _______________________________________________________

✏️ If I’m not ready to talk, I can still express my grief by:

☐ Writing it down

☐ Drawing it

☐ Praying or meditating

☐ Listening to music

☐ Making something

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Worksheet:

This worksheet is designed to gently guide reflection, spark meaningful conversations, and support emotional well-being as you process grief at your own pace.

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The 3 C's of grief.pdf

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