A lack of knowing what grief can entail and look like can often add to our distress and self judgements about how we are coping or not coping. Maybe you received a lot of support in the aftermath of your loved one’s death, but we often hear about how support filters out not long after a funeral has taken place. And then grief kicks in, as can loneliness.
Grief is an individual experience, but below is some information on common bereavement experiences and how to support yourself in them.
Anger is a natural human emotion, which can range from feeling mildly irritated to full blown rage. Anger is normal after a loss but not something that everybody will experience. In the realm of grief, there’s no…
Anxiety is the body’s response to danger or a threatening situation. In the case of bereavement there are many situations or thoughts that might prompt you to feel afraid, e.g. e.g. “How will I cope without…
Resources to support you
When we bottle up grief, the pressure builds in the pipes and eventually we burst. That could manifest as sleeplessness, irritability, relationship difficulties. Give yourself the time for grief outlets.
Following bereavement it is not uncommon to experience intrusive memories and nightmares about loss and moments surrounding the death, especially if you witnessed traumatic events. Losing a loved one is…
Grief, a shared human experience, touches each person uniquely, shaped by the intricacies of individual relationships. In the initial aftermath of loss, emotions can be overwhelming and all-encompassing. Daily yearning, profound…
Meditation and grief
Discover how grief meditation can help you navigate your loss. Our resources offer practical tools to manage emotions, find calm, and support your grief journey.
Grief worksheets
Our grief worksheets provide guided exercises to help you reflect, process, and heal. Learn about loss and how to manage all that arises from it.
Books for grief
Explore our carefully selected books for grief, offering guidance, comfort, and support (explore by book theme or type of loss).