Speedy Collision Offers “ Safe Driving for the Next Generation ” Workshop Ciara O ’ Reilly , Martensville Messenger
ABOVE : Rob Keet of Speedy Collision in Martensville presented to City Council Tuesday , February 14th .
On March 17th of 2017 , Martensville ’ s own Speedy Collision will be providing Martensville High School students as well as surrounding areas ( Warman , Langham , and Dalmeny ) with a “ Safe Driving for the Next Generation Workshop ”. This seminar will target students in grades ten through twelve , as well as those in Drivers Education , and students who are already on the road . The seminar will cover all of the information and steps required to take in the event of a car accident . With the help of the local RCMP , Fire Department , First Responders , and SGI , students will also be discussing the new laws regarding distracted driving and drinking and driving .
Given the abundance of expenses that go along with this event , Speedy Collision owners Robert and Heather Keet are asking for the financial aid of the City of Martensville . The financial estimate for bussing students from areas Warman , Langham and Dalmeny is approximately $ 902.18 . The City has been asked to support this cost as it is the most expensive sum for the day . During the February 21st City Council meeting , it was decided that the City would fund $ 300 of the requested amount .
On the day of this seminar , students will be educated about the do ’ s and don ’ t ’ s behind the wheel , as well as the crucial steps to take if the unfortunate event of an accident should take place .
Family Fun Day at the MAP
The Martensville Athletic Pavilion was a hub of activity on Monday , February 20th , as families stopped in to take part in the Family Day fun ! There was something available for everyone , with a toddler area , basketball and badminton , laser tag and games for seniors being offered .
ABOVE : Mom and daughter take a break from activities at the MAP to pose for a picture ( Ciara O ’ Reilly / Martensville Messenger )
ABOVE : Laser Tag fun at the MAP ! ( Ciara O ’ Reilly / Martensville Messenger ) martensville messenger - FeBrUarY 23 , 2017 - Page 11
The Counselling Corner
Child , Youth , Adult , Couple , & Family Counselling Grief and Bereavement
Submitted by Wendy Kritzer BSW , MSW , RSW
Grief is a reaction to any form of loss , which then is followed by a path of various feelings . The feelings can range from deep sadness to anger . The process of moving through the loss varies from one person to another , which will be dependent on an individual ’ s background , beliefs , relationship to what or who was lost , and various other factors . Bereavement is the process of recovering from the death / loss of a loved one .
Grief can come with feelings of sadness , guilt , anger , regret , and yearning to name a few . There can be feelings of meaningless while for others it can encompass a feeling of relief . Some individuals will go through the process thinking there was nothing I could do about it , or that he / she had a good life , or it was not their time . Some behaviors seen in grieving individuals vary from crying to laughter or talking to being silent . In the grieving process , some individuals find comfort in being around family and friends while others may need to spend time alone .
There are two main styles in regards to the feelings , thoughts , and behaviors people express during his / her time of grief . One is instrumental and the other is Intuitive . The majority of individuals exhibit an amalgamation of both styles of grieving . Instrumental grieving involves focusing primarily on problem-solving tasks while controlling or minimizing feelings of emotion . Intuitive grieving is based on a heightened emotional experience has individuals sharing feelings , exploring the lost relationship , considering mortality , and identifying meaning in life . There is no right or wrong way to experience grief , though some thoughts and behaviors after a loss can be more helpful or safe than others . It is important to seek out support when needed .
The process of grieving can vary in time some individuals can recover from their grief within six months with various moments of sadness from time to time . Others may take years to grieve without signs of improvement or relief . Other mental health difficulties can come forth with grief such as depression . It is important to seek outphysician / counsellor support if you feel this maybe something you are dealing with .
Positive avenues to utilize while dealing with grief are selfcompassion , physical exercise , and strong social supports in family or friends . These avenues can assist with alleviating some of the difficult symptoms of grief .
One difficulty for many is adjusting to your new reality of moving on with living without your loved one . This may includeseeking out new joys in life , creating a new future , or making changes to self in looking at a new identity without your loved one .
-Denial -Anger -Bargaining -Depression -Acceptance
ABOVE : Wendy Kritzer
Most individuals will experience at least two of the five stages of grief . It is normal for some individuals to move back and forth throughout the stages and this can be over years .
stage-Based model for Coping with the Death of a loved One
-To accept the reality of the loss -To work through the pain of grief -To adjust to life without the deceased -To maintain a connection to the deceased while moving on with life
Complicated grief
Grief is not something a person completely gets over . Over time the intense feelings become less intense but the feelings of missing your loved one stays with you but is more manageable in order to cope on a day to day basis .
There are individuals that cannot move past the loss and it will take over his / her life in regards to daily functioning for long time periods . When the grief continues for at least a year or more and the individual ’ s ability to complete daily routines is affected then he / she may be experiencing complicated grief .
symptoms of Complicated grief
-Intense sadness -Preoccupation with the deceased or with the circumstances surrounding it -Longing or yearning -Feelings of emptiness or meaninglessness -Difficulty engaging in happy memories -Avoidance of reminders of the deceased -Lack of desire in pursuing personal interests or plans -Bitterness or anger
Therapies such as individual therapy , group therapy , and family therapy may be beneficial to help an individual move from the difficulties they are experiencing with complicated grief .
( Information from GoodTherapy . Org )
You don ’ t get over it , you get through it … It doesn ’ t get better it gets different … Everyday , just like me , Grief puts on a new face .
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If you have further questions concerning grief and bereavement please email me at thecounsellingcorner @ sasktel . net .
I will be covering anger management our next discussion . If you have topics that you would like discussed , please feel free to email me at thecounsellingcorner @ sasktel . net . stages of grief
There are a variety of phases of griefan individual will experience with the loss of a loved one .
Until next time – Wendy From The Counselling Corner