Try participating in the following activities with your child, or encourage them to partake in some of these activities alone. These activities can also be beneficial for adults who are overcoming grief.

  • Watch a funny movie
  • Write a self-care plan
  • Journal writing
  • Go for a walk or hike
  • Play with your pet
  • Mediate or pray
  • Spend time with friends or siblings
  • Stretch or practice yoga
  • Play a board or card game
  • Visit a park
  • Make a funny video
  • Cook with a loved one
  • Go to the library
  • Write a poem, short story or song
  • Learn a new language
  • Learn to play an instrument
  • Draw or paint
  • Write a letter to your future self or to your loved one
  • Plant a garden/fairy garden
  • Visit a museum
  • Make a favorite recipe
  • Take photos of nature
  • Listen to your favorite music
  • Do a puzzle
  • Turn up the music and dance
  • Practice deep breathing exercises
  • Make a craft
  • Read a book
  • Join an exercise class
  • Create a nourishing morning routine
  • Join a support group