Living with grief
Grief is a natural reaction to loss, and it can affect your body, sleep and thoughts for a long time. This guide helps you take care of the basics, accept support and recognise when it is time to seek professional help.
You will need
- Someone close or a friend you can talk to
- Notes on practical matters
- Information about local grief groups
Steps
Accept that grief comes and goes
Grief comes in waves, and good and bad days alternate. There is no right way or timetable for grieving.
Take care of the basics
Share the practical tasks
Accept help
Talk about your loss
Look for peer support
Prepare for significant dates
Recognise when you need help
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