1184: [Part 1] Coping With Sentimental Objects After Loss by Reid Peterson and Belinda Cock of Grief Refuge
Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting
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Linking Objects in Grief
Linking objects are often defined as something owned by the person you lost. They can be unowned objects that bring up memories of special bonds or attachments with your special person. For example, random pennies found in public places are linking objects. Linking objects help you feel close to the person you miss so much. Can linking objects be harmful to the healing grief process? Sometimes they perpetuate emotions that feel more hurtful when linking objects no longer fulfil the purpose of connecting you to your loved one. When a linking object loses its significance over time, it's considered healthy and part of accepting the new reality associated with your loss.
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