Has anyone tried a grief support group at all? I went to one recently and found it to be helpful. It was “good” to meet others in a similar situation and to hear that they have been feeling the same things I have. To have a safe space to go, to talk, to cry and to not be judged is so important I think. I found the people there listened to me and understood far more than my family ever has, and I left there feeling as though I’m not as on my own as I thought I was, and that help to cope is out there if you need it.
It doesn’t make the grief any easier though, and I still miss my Mum more and more each day. But hopefully with the kindness and support of strangers who I hope will become friends, I will somehow get through this. I have to try.
Sending everyone in this awful situation love and hugs, and remember you are not alone.
I went to one and didn’t find it helped me much. There were a lot of us sitting round the sides of a small room and one or two people seemed to dominate the conversation. Perhaps I haven’t found the right group yet. I’m glad it’s helping you though.
Im glad you’ve found a group near you Sheena - I attend 2 groups and they have been my lifeline! As you say, they can be a safe space to be yourself with no judgement, and they can reduce feelings of isolation when you’re surrounded by people who simply “get it”. Kate, it may be as you say that its just not the right group for you, or if its a drop in session you may find a different mix of people changes the dynamic, so it might be worth going another time, or seeing what other groups are in your area. I attended a couple of groups that definitely werent right for me, but they all vary
Thanks Ally. I hope that this group will turn out to be a lifeline for me because it’s a very difficult journey make on your own without others who understand. I’m glad that the groups work for you and I do understand that they’re not for everyone but I will do whatever it takes to help me heal right now.
Thank you for your supportive message and take care of yourself.
