Under normal circumstances, it already feels awkward and difficult to face a grieving friend. Often, you find yourself grappling to find the right words of comfort. But when you can’t say the words in person because you are thousands of miles away, it becomes even more complex. How do you condole meaningfully when you cannot [...]
Coping with the loss of a loved one is one of the hardest challenges in life. When you lose a parent, spouse, sibling, or close friend, the grief can be intense. Although losing someone is a part of the natural progression of life, it is normal to feel resentful. You also feel overwhelmed with shock [...]
After the burial services, you will have to deal with sorting through your departed loved one’s belongings. To say this is difficult is an understatement. Usually, the feeling of emptiness sets in after the busyness of the memorials. The absence of your loved one becomes more palpable when you go back to your routine. [...]
If you find yourself feeling survivor’s guilt after the burial services, know that you are not alone. Usually, people who survive a life-threatening situation feel this type of guilt. It is a kind of grief that makes you feel as if you have done something wrong because you’ve been spared while others are not as [...]
Shortly after the funeral or cremation services, you will feel an immense sense of loss. Most people find it hard to function and go back to their routine. And that's okay! What you are feeling is part of the grieving process. Don't rush yourself because grief takes time, and the recovery varies for everyone. Most people [...]
