Lockdown
Are you grieving, feeling sad or lost and need help?
Over the past year many of us have experienced loss in some form or another. Even the loss of freedom! It has been quite an undertaking for us to stay home, to stay safe and to protect the NHS and ourselves.. This has had a huge impact on each and every one of us from loneliness and the feeling of isolation, deep sadness at losing a member of your family, a close friend, not being able to see one’s grandchildren and the loss of not having that first cuddle with a newborn. There are people who have lost their jobs and financial security and so on. Ultimately we have all been affected in some way.
Grief is a natural part of life and binds us together as human beings and we will all experience some form of loss during our lifetime.
We may face up to 40 significant losses in our lifetime, many of which are unrecognised as is the impact they may have on us.
Some of the loss and grieving events we encounter are
Loss of a spouse, child, family member or friend - particularly if death is traumatic - accident or suicide for example.
Divorce
Children leaving home
Loss of a job and financial security
Loss through suicide
Loss of friendships
Loss of a pet
End of an addiction
Retirement
Coronavirus and Lockdown
Loss due to domestic violence
Moving home, moving school
Intangible examples of Loss and Grief
Loss of Confidence
Loss of Control
Loss of Faith
Loss of Trust
Loss of Fertility
The feeling of loss is overwhelming, experiencing all kinds of difficult and unexpected emotions from shock, anger, disbelief and guilt. It can attack our immune system leaving us vulnerable to illness, an increase in blood pressure with the risk of blood clots, feeling anxious and in some cases suicidal.
If you are suffering or know someone who is, then please reach out to me and share your story. I offer a complimentary 30 minute call which will enable you to ask any questions, discuss the level of support needed, how the sessions can be conducted and costs.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Julie x
Email
julie@lossandgriefsupport.co.uk
Phone
+44 (0) 7977 777 306
