Grief and Illness

Coping with bereavement
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Does anyone else find that illness makes your grief 10 times worse?
I have been grieving the loss of my mum just over 6 months ago, and it’s been tough, particularly the anxiety and underlying sadness. But these last few days I seem to have picked up a cold/flu type thing which has knocked me back. My anxiety is sky high and I feel so sad and miserable. Can only hope it only lasts a few days.

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Hi @RebeccaJane

I’m sure someone will be along to share their thoughts, but I just wanted to say thank you for so bravely sharing this with us. Keep reaching out,

Alex

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Sorry for your loss. I think when we ill its home comforts are missed and feel more sensitive or this might just be me reflecting how i am but here if you need to chat

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Thank you.
You may be right, but I also find if I’m ill I don’t have the energy to keep busy and therefore too much time to think and get anxious.
Everything seemed a challenge anyway with the grief, now it feels even more daunting.

I appreciate your kind words, I hope you’re doing okay🙏