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Grief


 

Grief after loss by suicide

Losing a loved one to suicide can be very traumatic, so much so that even starting to grief could feel out of reach. Where do you start with this?  more  

Grief after sudden loss

Grief is tough in any circumstance but how do you process a sudden, unexpected loss?  more  

Grief after terminal illness

Knowing a loved one is terminally ill can trigger anticipatory grief and a number of life changes that can feel very overwhelming.   more  

Spotlight on Grief

In honour of Grief Awareness Week I've explored grief and how we can support others.   more  

Survivors guilt, what is it and how can you deal with it?

Survivors guilt is very intense and can be quite disabling. It could be that you feel you should have died in someone else's place and you feel guilty you are still alive. How does...  more  

Why does losing a pet hit so hard?

Losing a pet can be devastating. They often become part of the family and provide comfort, love and a sense of purpose so it's no wonder the loss can feel so intense.   more  

Grief and loss of identity

In grief we not only lose our loved one but we can also lose ourselves. It can lead to questioning your own identity and sense of self leaving you feeling lost and isolated.   more  

Feelings we experience in grief

Grief can invoke so many different feelings, emotions and reactions and we all respond to it differently. It can affect us physically and mentally, changing our thoughts, feelings ...  more  

Coping with Loneliness

It is natural to feel lonely from time to time but how can you manage feelings of loneliness? What is the cause and what can we do about it?  more  

Thinking about grief at Christmas

Grieving is hard anytime of the year but especially so at Christmas, what can you do to help manage it.  more