Grief is a natural and valid emotional response to the loss of something or someone important to you. It’s normal to feel deep sadness and confusion during this time, and it can be challenging to navigate your emotions. Remember that grief can come from many different sources, including changes in your health, employment, family relationships, and migration. This can also include changes that are normally perceived as “positive” by the society, and therefore not recognised, naturally leaving the person experiencing grief a sense of confusion and loneliness. Significant losses, changes and grief can affect our beliefs and understanding about the world.

Everyone experiences grief in their own way. How we react to grief can vary depending on the nature of the loss, our personality, our previous experiences, and culture and spirituality etc. 

Grief can trigger a range of complex emotions, such as anger, fear, guilt, and sadness. These emotions are all normal and it is important to acknowledge and validate them. Speaking to someone who is understanding and compassionate can be a source of comfort and strength. Additionally, taking care of yourself physically and emotionally is vital to help you navigate your grief.

Grief counseling is an essential service that can provide a supportive environment to explore your emotions and experiences. Seeking professional help is important when you are struggling with the emotions associated with grief. Our therapist can provide a safe space for you to express your emotions and can help you identify coping strategies to get through this challenging time.

Remember, grief is a process, and there is no set timeline for how long it will take to work through your emotions. It’s possible to find a way forward through the pain.