The beginning of a new year, you either love it or hate it. Entering a new year can be especially hard when grieving the loss of a loved one. Whether that be leaving behind the year that you lost them in, or just entering a whole other year without them again. Just like Christmas, entering a new year is filled with joy, love, and celebrations galore. But, how could you ever view it that way when your most favourite person isn’t physically coming with you. It’s important to know that it’s ok if you don’t like New Years and the month of January because of this. It’s equally ok to love New Years and the turn of the clock due to finding comfort in being around those closest to you. Let January 2023 take place in whatever way feels right to you.
We deeply hope that you feel your loved one’s presence around you more than ever before. Although they cannot be with you how you hoped, or imagined.. your loved one is and always will be more of you than you know.
You can never truly lose someone you love. They are wrapped in every fibre and piece of your being and they always will be. Aslong as you live, so will their love and legacy. Look after yourself in the new month of a new year. If you’re needing someone to talk to, send us an email: hopeagain@cruse.org.uk and a bereaved young person will get back to you as soon as possible. The Cruse, free helpline is also open on: 0808 808 1677.
Sending love and warm thoughts as always,
Team Hope Again.
