The world is changing and with that change comes differences in the relationships we have with those we love. Often times, today’s families are more connected online than they are in person.

Your mental health isn’t something to push to the side when you are struggling with loss and grief.

You’ve heard the phrase, “drowning out your sorrows,” but it’s not a good bit of advice. In fact, it could be one of the worst decisions you make if you are struggling with grief.

When someone dies, it is normal to feel sadness. You may feel despair and an overwhelming sense of loss. Grief is a normal response. However, it is important to pay attention to the way you feel over time.

It’s a question most people facing grief want to know. How long is this going to last? There is no simple answer since it isn’t a predictable science.

New Year, New Chapter, is it time to move on from grief? 

Writing a notice of death is one of the steps in the grieving process. It may not seem like it, but for the person who is left behind, it is a step towards compiling thoughts and feelings and sharing them with the world.

It’s not possible to avoid grief. You need to work through it when you’ve lost someone in your life.

Whether the death of a loved one was expected or not, it’s difficult to overcome grief. Most people need time to process their thoughts and feelings.

Coping with loss is never a simple process. The initial feelings of loss do lessen over time, but they can be instantly brought back up into your life at the most random times.