Just over a year ago I lost my nan who I was incredibly close to. Since her passing, I’ve been struggling with it mentally and emotionally and I am unsure on how to cope and deal with it. I’ve been given antidepressants to try and help but nothing seems to be helping. My mood swings are getting out of control and I am becoming someone who I don’t like or recognise. I am waiting for counselling but unsure on how long that’s going to take.
I know she’s in a better place now and try to think about the good times but it’s hard!
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Hello @Natasha87 ,
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 struggling and unsure how to manage your grief. I’m so sorry to hear about your nan. 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.
You might also want to have a read of this Sue Ryder article - Losing a Grandparent. Sue Ryder Grief Guide
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
It is hard ti lose someone we loved so much. You obviously thought the world of your nana. I had a lovely nana too so i know how you feel . Have you got friends or family you can talk to about her ? As i just said in a previous post - grief is the price we pay for love … but i know its hard - it hurts so much doesnt it ?
Take caee of yourself and good youre waiting for some counselling xx
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Thank you for your message.
I do have family I can talk to but I don’t quite feel like they get where I’m coming from. Unfortunately fell out with a family member who would have been the best person. It really does hurt I’m just hoping that I manage to find out some coping techniques from somewhere.
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One thing people said to me which has proved invaluable was take a day at a time … it really does help. Dont be too hard on yourself and if you want to cry - just cry - helps to release the sadness x