I still see people when i am out that i think are my parents. It takes me by surprise and really kills me. Its been 8 years and i dont know why this still happens.
Hello @Alipurple ,
I’m part of the Online Community team and I can see that you are new to the community - I’d like to thank you for bravely starting this thread and sharing how you are feeling confused 8 years on. I’m so sorry to hear about your parents. Most community members have sadly experienced the death of a loved one and so will understand some of what you are going through.
I’m sure someone will be along to offer their support, but I wanted to share a few Sue Ryder resources with you that might be helpful.
- Our Grief Guide self-help platform which has information, resources and advice to help you through your grief
- Our Grief Coach text service, which sends you personalised text support via SMS
- Our free Online Bereavement Counselling which is held via video chat
- Our Bereavement Information pages which can walk you through what you are going through.
You may also find this Sue Ryder article helpful - How long does grief last? Talks through the timeline of grief, from hours to years.
I really hope you find the community helpful and a good source of support and I also hope you feel you can access more support should you need it.
Thank you again for sharing – please keep reaching out and know that you are not alone.
Take care,
Alex
Another part of grieving I guess. I have done that with people I’m not close with thought I see them in a crowd even though I know they have died. It’s our minds that still have a storage of pictures of our loved ones. I’ve not done this with my husband but had two visitations. I don’t know how they happen. This site is good for this sort of thing because you will find others will have had similar experiences and confirm you are not going crazy. So sorry I cannot help but know that it is normal grief and you are doing ok. X
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Thank you. This is very kind.