Grief is a deeply personal and unique experience that affects each person differently. It is a natural response to loss and can manifest in a variety of ways, such as sadness, anger, guilt, and confusion.
Why aren’t you crying?
It is important to remember that there is no “right” or “wrong” way to grieve. Everyone processes their feelings in their own way and at their own pace. Some people find solace in talking with friends and family, while others prefer to be alone.
Some may find comfort in religious or spiritual practices, while others may find comfort in exercise or nature.
A Range of Feelings
People process life differently and everyone’s feelings valid. People who have experienced loss may feel:
- numb
- detached
- angry
- confused
- sad
- fine
The grieving process is unpredictable and it is impossible to know how people will feel. It may also take months or even years to fully resolve.
Grieving different losses
Grief can be triggered by a wide range of losses, not just the death of a loved one. Other losses may be:
- divorce
- job loss
- loss of a pet
- loss of a home
- loss of a part of life (experienced by young people in Covid)
Self Care
It’s also important to take care of yourself during the grieving process. This can include getting enough sleep, eating well, and engaging in self-care activities like exercise or meditation.
Grief is natural
Grief is a deeply personal and unique experience that affects each person differently. It is a natural response to loss and can manifest in a variety of ways. No-one has the right to tell you how to grieve.
Despite this it is common for us to create that expectation for ourselves as we are not sure how to process the feelings. That is where therapy can help you understand what is going on and form a path to move forward, learning from your loss as you grow.