Between funeral arrangements and legal paperwork, the initial period is often dominated by "doing" rather than "feeling." Be kind to yourself when the silence finally hits after the chores are done. Understanding the "Secondary Losses"
There is a specific kind of healing that happens when you talk to others who have lost parents. Whether it’s a formal support group or an informal gathering of friends, sharing "the club no one wants to join" can reduce the sense of isolation. The Concept of "Growing Around Grief" When Parents Die: Learning to Live with the Los...
In the days and weeks following the death of a parent, many people describe a sense of "grief brain" or a thick emotional fog. Between funeral arrangements and legal paperwork