What Really Helped Me After My Parents Passed Away

What Really Helped Me After My Parents Passed Away

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   • Losing Parents and How To  Deal with Grief...  

I'm sharing my deeply personal story of losing my father, Peter (2017, emphysema), and then my mother, Marjorie (2022, broken heart).

It's a raw look at the stress, fear, and trauma, but ultimately, how I found unexpected strength.

This video is for anyone navigating parental loss or fearing the future, a message of hope and resilience.

5 Simple Things People Can Do to Deal with Grief Positively:

Dealing with grief is a deeply personal journey, and there's no "right" way to do it. However, these suggestions can help foster a more positive approach:

1. Acknowledge and Express Your Feelings: Don't suppress your emotions. Allow yourself to feel the sadness, anger, confusion, or even relief that may arise. This can be achieved through talking to trusted friends or family, journaling, engaging in creative outlets like art or music, or simply allowing yourself to cry when needed.

2. Prioritise Self-Care: Grief takes a tremendous toll on your physical and mental health. Ensure you're getting adequate sleep, eating nutritious meals, and engaging in light physical activity like walking. Small acts of self-kindness, such as a warm bath or listening to calming music, can make a difference.

3. Maintain Connections (but set boundaries): While you might feel like withdrawing, leaning on your support network can be invaluable. Spend time with friends and family who understand and respect your process. However, don't feel obligated to socialise if you're not ready, and communicate your needs clearly.

4. Create Rituals or Memorials: Finding ways to remember and honour your loved ones can be very healing. This could involve creating a memory box, planting a tree, dedicating a space in your home, visiting a special place, or continuing traditions they loved. This helps keep their memory alive in a positive way.

5. Seek Professional or Peer Support: If your grief feels overwhelming or you're struggling to cope with daily life, seeking external help is a sign of strength.

Suggestions of Charitable Organisations People Can Contact for Help in the UK:
Cruse Bereavement Support: A leading national charity providing bereavement support, including a helpline, local services, and resources for children and young people.

Helpline: 0808 808 1677
Website: https://www.cruse.org.uk/

The Good Grief Trust: A national charity run by bereaved people for bereaved people. Their website offers a comprehensive hub of information, support organisations, and real-life stories.
Website: https://www.thegoodgrieftrust.org/

Marie Curie: Offers support and information on all aspects of end-of-life and bereavement, including a free support line.
Support Line: 0800 090 2309
Website: https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/

AtaLoss.org: A UK-wide bereavement signposting and information website, helping you find support services tailored to your loss, age, and location. They also offer a free live chat with a bereavement counsellor.
Website: https://www.ataloss.org/

Mind: While not exclusively a bereavement charity, Mind offers excellent resources on mental health and includes information and links to various bereavement support services in the UK.
Website: https://www.mind.org.uk/

Remember, it's okay not to be okay, and reaching out for help is a brave step toward healing.

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