Grief is the price we pay for loving - we cannot grieve for someone we did not love.
Although there are distinct “stages” of bereavement, one should preferably talk about the “symptoms” of bereavement.
These symptoms occur and recur until there is an ultimate acceptance of what has happened and a reorganisation of one's life without the person who has passed on.
There is no time scale for this bereavement process. It may last for only a short time, or for many years. Some will work through it by means of their own strength; some will draw on the strength of their religion; some will require outside counselling and help.
If you are struggling, please don’t suffer alone - reach out to family, friends, your pastor or a professional counsellor to assist you.
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