When a loved one dies, we hear those around us talk about the grieving process or say things like 'that's because you're grieving'. But, what exactly is grief? It's not something we are taught about in school or college, it is only something we learn about by experience. This is what makes you guys experts by experience.
Its important to understand that grief is as individual as a snowflake and that many factors can affect this. For example, your personality, your culture & faith, your relationship with your loved one and possibly the circumstances surrounding how they died. Therefore, we must be understanding and accepting of how grief looks and feels for each person.
So, what do you think grief is? What does it look and feel like to you? Maybe there were certain thoughts, feelings, behaviours and physical symptoms you experienced or are experiencing because of your grief.
Share them below - we'd love to read them!
