Finding the Right Cremation Jewelry for Each Stage of Grief
Each encounter with grief is a unique journey. Yet, many grief-stricken individuals go through an assortment of emotional touchstones known as the five stages of grief. Developed by psychiatrist Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, the five stages of grief are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Not everyone goes through each stage or in a particular order. No matter what stage of grief you may be experiencing, The Living Urn has an exquisite line of cremation jewelry pieces available to support you in your grief process.
Denial: Birthstone Pendant
Losing a loved one can become such a shock that it may not seem real. An unfamiliar void has entered our hearts, and the absence of someone so important in our lives defies logic. As the mind tries to adjust to the overwhelming experience of loss, one of the first reactions is to deny that the death has even happened. This reaction is a defense mechanism to help us slow down and process the pain of grief.
As you reflect on your departed loved one, choosing cremation jewelry that complements the vibrancy of their life may be comforting. A subtle piece such as a Birthstone Pendant can offer great solace to a person experiencing denial. Wearing your loved one’s birthstone mirrors the special qualities they brought to your life. The radiance of the birthstone can bring remarkable beauty into your day without betraying your experience of loss.
Anger: Teardrop Fingerprint Pendant
As the reality of loss begins to take hold, it is perfectly normal to experience the second stage of grief: anger. Absorbing the pain of loss can create a need to release lots of emotional discomfort. Anger tends to be one of the first emotions we feel as we begin to let out our feelings. Many anger-fueled questions can come to mind: Why did they have to die? How am I supposed to move on? Why do I deserve this?
Your cremation jewelry can reflect the overwhelming emotion and discomfort you feel. Unlike denial, the best remembrance piece for anger may be one that boldly announces your loss. A Teardrop Fingerprint Pendant complements this stage of grief in a few special ways. The teardrop itself is a statement of sorrow and loss. It can also be customized to display your loved one’s fingerprint. The personalized touch to the Teardrop Pendant makes those around you aware of your loss. The pendant may inspire conversation, which can benefit those facing the second stage of grief.
Bargaining: Cross Fingerprint Pendant
When there is nowhere else to turn to, the bereaved may find themselves appealing to the highest authority they can think of, such as God. Offering pleas and promises to a higher power is a clear sign that a person is experiencing the bargaining stage of grief. The grief-stricken often bargain out of feelings of helplessness. It gives a sense of control over a loss that can’t be changed. Hoping to bring about a different outcome, the bereaved may make declarations such as:
“I’ll give anything to have them back.”
“I promise to be better if they can live again.”
“God, I’ll go to church daily for the rest of my life if you take this pain away.”
In times of great despair and powerlessness, leaning into a more religious tone for your cremation jewelry may offer a soothing balm. The Cross Fingerprint Pendant is an exquisite piece of jewelry that allows the wearer to take solace in Christian values. By adding your loved one’s fingerprint to the center of the cross, the bereaved may find comfort in knowing their departed loved one is always with them.
Depression: Custom Cremation Vial Pendant
Reality becomes clearer as the bereaved moves away from denial, anger, and bargaining. In many cases, our emotional systems are completely exhausted. All that is left is the unavoidable present. With the stage of depression, this inescapable new world can cause the bereaved to turn inward as sadness begins to take hold. Even though this is a natural part of the grief process, depression can be one of the more challenging stages.
Holding onto our departed loved ones as tightly as possible may offer a source of strength during this isolating and debilitating stage. The Custom Cremation Vial Pendant allows the wearer to add several personal customizations to honor their departed loved one. From a small portion of their ashes to soil from the burial site or soil or water from the scattering site, you can always choose the most meaningful elements to carry in your sacred cremation jewelry piece.
Adding a personal sentiment and special coordinates enhances your connection with your loved one.
Acceptance: Cuff Bracelet
Although the pain of losing a loved one never fully disappears, reaching acceptance can be a cathartic final stage for those experiencing grief. In some instances, the most challenging aspects of the grief process are behind them. The bereaved can begin to find a new life moving forward.
For those in a state of acceptance, cremation jewelry that holds ashes, such as the Cuff Bracelet, can be a fitting way to keep your loved one in remembrance. Offering elegance and style in gold, black, or silver, the Cuff Bracelet can hold a small amount of your loved one’s ashes. This subtle, fashionable, and meaningful piece can accentuate several outfits for all occasions. Providing flexibility, the Cuff Bracelet can be a vibrant reminder of your loved one.
It also presents a unique opportunity to tell interested people about your beautiful remembrance jewelry and your loved one's vibrant life.
No matter what stage of grief you may be experiencing, The Living Urn’s beautiful line of high-quality memorial jewelry can support your grief process and help you hold your departed loved one in everlasting remembrance!