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Recovering from loss: How do I get back to my old self?
Loss & Grief | Last Active: Sep 8 8:39pm | Replies (38)Comment receiving replies
@sharroncobb Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect.
It's rarely an easy road when we lose a family member, whether it was sudden or due to a long term illness. It takes time to come to grips with the "missing piece" in our life now, isn't it? Perhaps there were things you didn't get a chance to say, or some plan that you feel you'll not be able to see through. I get that. Have you tried writing a letter to your dad, telling him how much you think of him, and about the void in your life? Tell him what is going on in your life now, and how you are struggling. Perhaps seeing it in writing, you will be able to understand how deeply affected you are.
Be gentle on yourself. Let your family and boyfriend know that you appreciate their efforts, and it doesn't go unnoticed. Let them know how they support you, and ways they can continue to support you as you grieve. Does this sound like something you can try?
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Writing is an excellent idea. I started writing prayers some years ago and learned that when you put your thoughts on paper you go a lot deeper. You think more about what you are writing, brush up on grammar and spelling also which is great exercise for the mind. Also I started singing my prayers in the morning and just make the words up as I go. More like a poem with a little tune to it. You’ll be surprised at what beautiful things you’ll come up with. Some will bring tear to your eye. Of course my singing is enough to make anyone cry😂😂😂. Try it….