There is no limit to the amount of caring help a person needs, nor is there an expiration date on grieving. The notion that at some point we should be over it or have it together enough that we no longer need help dealing with our pain is a dangerous one, and its completely wrong. This idea is more about keeping up appearances than it is about grieving and loss. There may be times when it seems like others have moved on and yet you are still in the midst of your grieving. You may even sense, rightly or wrongly, that those who were there for you in the beginning now expect you to move on. This can be a tough and lonely existential spot. Keep listening to your inner voice and keep asking for and accepting help as long as you need it. Its likely that friends and family are still ready to lend an ear or a hand but dont know whether you need it. They may feel awkward about offering their support, knowing that doing so is a reminder of your grief and loss. So ask, take and ask again. ~ The Gift of Grief: finding peace, transformation, and renewed life after great sorrow by Matthew D. Gewirtz
Posted on: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 11:21:47 +0000
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