Sundays have been detrimental to my mental health for the past four months.Everyone forgets about the grieving widow as they go on with their normal lives. The silence gets amplified as the day goes by and the sadness takes over. But today I have my nephew here for a support visit that has lasted five days. And we even went out for a bite to an outdoor truck food park. It was like breaking a mold realizing how sad and lonely Sunday has been after my husband died . I could not go to any of our favorite places- that would be too much too soon. But I made it today and will be forever grateful for the love and support from my nephew. The phone is still silent but this Sunday was a good break from the isolation.
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You literally have to take it one day at a time and be kind to yourself. I lost my husband 2 weeks ago and feels totally raw. People think im crazy as ive started to decorate the house but you have to do whatever you need to cope. Xx
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@Viajera I also hate the weekends, especially Sundays, and I try to avoid busy places where couples are. Today I performed in a choir at church for the first time, rehearsal was this afternoon and the performance was this evening, so that was Sunday sorted! I am different to you as I have challenged myself to confront my demons. The hardest thing I did was going to see his band performing with their new drummer who replaced him, it was very hard but I did it. I’m glad that you enjoyed your time with your nephew, and I’m sure he also had a good time with you, too.
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@Dogmum1 in the very early days I also decorated the spare bedroom and demolished the raised flower beds in my garden. I was exhausted but felt the need to do something physical.
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I decorated a couple of rooms too! Anything to keep busy, and have a purpose x
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I have not been able to sing at church where I am a cantor. The music saddens me and this is something I never expected. Unable to do what was the most natural thing for years. That’s how personal this grief experience is. I am glad to see you pushed yourself and succeeded. My time will come and I’ll know when I’m ready to do it without tears.
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I had my family this Sunday for two hours. Huge effort to get lunch for six and tidy and clean house in time. Go shopping as well . But it eases loneliness. So much time on my own. Just me and the cat . Then all the cleaning up and washing up.
The GP asked if I go to church because if could put up with too long can be something. But I can’t be bothered.
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I lost my husband nearly 3 weeks ago. Im not sleeping well, crying at night. Im in physical pain in my stomach so bad when I get upset. How am i ever going to carry on.
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Bonnie68 I wish I could give you wise words but I think all we are doing after losing our husbands is surprise ourselves by getting up every day and surviving this pain for 24 hours…it is indeed unbearable but you have come to a safe place to share your feelings and get support and understanding. Warm hug to you 
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Your feelings will change constantly. You just have to ride with it. I stayed so strong whilst caring for my husband and now my emotions are flooding out. You just need to be kind and gentle on yourself. There is no right or wrong way to handle your feelings, just do what’s right for you. There is a lot of support here, for which I am truly grateful 
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Sunday is a day when many families often come together and it can feel extremely lonely if you spend it on your own. The suggestions from others here give very good advice - if you can manage to do something. When I do things I do feel better in that moment - but of course you still have to come home to an empty house which is very hard, I can only send you a hug 
. Best wishes.
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You are spot on. Feels good to be busy with someone and the mind takes a much deserved grief break. But then when it’s over the dark cloud of silence rolls over. Those hugs are greatly appreciated. That’s the best we can do for each other🍂