| Grief and Loss |  |
If we are lucky, grief is a rare event in our lives. But unfortunately, it is likely that we must all come to it sooner or later. It is a much misunderstood emotion in our society. It is not a matter of “getting over it”, not at all, and time is not always the great healer it is sometimes purported to be.
The loss of someone we love can be utterly overwhelming. And while grief is often the result of death, the same feelings can sometimes occur after the loss of health, or loss of a job, or the loss of a relationship.
Grief can make us feel as if we are going mad, and people often wonder if they may even survive it. Numbness, anger and despair are common. We are often forced to make major decisions and learn new skills at a time when even breathing seems to require effort.
There is no time-frame to grief. None. It is different for everyone. There is no fixed timeline and no right way to go about it. We are all individuals and every person needs to find their own way through it.
Loneliness, sadness, rage and depression can threaten to overwhelm us. Those we are closest to may be struggling to cope themselves, or may be overwhelmed or confused by the intensity of your grief. Having someone versed in grief counselling at times like this can be life-altering – and sometimes life-saving.
Please feel free to contact me for help, or simply call me on 0412 466 426
NOTE: I do not provide emergency care. Please ring Lifeline now on 13 1114 if you feel suicidal or are suffering from mental illness.