Navigating Grief and Loss
Grief is a complex emotional response to loss. It’s an individual experience with no set pattern or period of time for the healing process. It can filter through all aspects of your life including your beliefs, identity and physical health. Over time you will adapt to new ways of doing things, finding an adjustment that works for you.
The reasons for experiencing loss may not align with our expectations around grief, such as the passing of a loved one, and we can sometimes be surprised by our feelings as it may be less obvious than anticipated or thought. Grief is about endings that make a permanent impact, bringing change to our existing life. Here are some diverse examples of how we encounter loss.
- The passing of a loved one.
- The removal of a limb.
- Receiving a diagnosis of a serious or terminal illness and the impact of health conditions.
- Coping with a partner’s diagnosis.
- The conclusion of a significant relationship.
- Dealing with infidelity in a partnership.
- Transitioning to a convalescent home.
- Empty Nest when children leave home.
- Facing separation from family or friends.
- The loss of a cherished pet.
- Loss of a job.
- Financial hardship.
There can also be some form of grief with bullying, eating disorders, and anxiety.
Grief’s intensity varies; some days are easier than others. We are here to assist you in navigating the grief process, providing support as you move forward at a pace and time frame that suits you.
In addressing grief, there are no fixed sessions; we adapt to your needs, offering assistance whenever you feel it is required.
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