Comments on: Feeling Grief Means Being Alive: 7 Tips to Help

By: m. lewis

m. lewis — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 21:14:27 +0000

I want to thank you for this wonderful article. I have been separated for 2 and a half yrs from my husband who about beat me to death. I have come to realize that I am going through the stages of death and your article has eased the guilt I was feeling for not being able to get my life together. I try to resist my feelings at times instead of just feeling them, I understand now, it is necessary to feel them to get over my loss. Thank you again.

By: Jamie

Jamie — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 20:35:01 +0000

My husond passed away suddenly last October. As the year anniversery nears my childeen and I, I ponder the fear of grief “defining” my life. Finding new normals at every turn as well as the emotional rollercoaster that we have been dealing with. What is normal for us and how will I recognize it?
This information was informative, time will be the best answer as I grow in a deeper acceptance of our lives now. Thank you. Jamie

By: annmarie

annmarie — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 18:48:17 +0000

i lost my mother going on 2 years now in november! ive had 2 be the strong one sorting stuff and i even seen my mother at the time when she past, before this i was very out going played sports and loved clubbing and stuff and was very active, now i just can seem 2 motivate myself i no longer go out and im starting to hate my patner going in case he dont come back! i put on a brave front and everyone thinks im fine i am kind of but do you think theres underlying probs and do i need 2 get help thank annmarie (im 25yrs old).

By: Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D.

Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D. — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:08:53 +0000

Hi Mrs. BBS,

This is a time of deep transition it seems. The best I can think of is find ways to listen to you own heart. It may also be a good time to seek out psychotherapy to help you make sense of this time.

Many blessings,

Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D.

By: Mrs. BBS

Mrs. BBS — Tue, 31 May 2011 23:33:52 +0000

Hello. My sister was diagnosed with terminal breast cancer, and has been given 2 to 4 months to live. I am feeling so much sadness for her, yet, she is still alive. I’m also looking at my own life and wondering why I am not happy, and what should I do to be happy. Very confusing, yet, very strong emotions I am feeling right now, and can’t quite make sense of it all. Please, if you have any suggestions, I am listening…thank you.

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By: Beth Patterson, MA, LPC

Beth Patterson, MA, LPC — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 20:44:40 +0000

I have just posted an article on this subject that may be helpful – “Grief and Spiritual Transformation: Healing Through Compassion.” http://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/grief-and-spiritual-transformation

Helen Keller has said that the only way to get to the other side is to go through the door. So it is with grief. Experiencing one’s grief, often with the support of a group or grief counselor, is the door to healing and growth. I wish you all well on your journey.

Beth Patterson, MA, LPC
website: http://www.bethspatterson.com
blog: http://bethspatterson.wordpress.com

By: The Loss of a Loved One

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By: Yvonne

Yvonne — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 17:11:34 +0000

thank you so much
i am huting so badly and will seek therapy first
thank you for your gift of helping others,
yvonne