Bereavement

MobileGames

Morning. Ever since my Mum passed away in October last year,I sleep with the landing light on. I can't be in the dark. I feel lonely and scared. Is this a normal reaction? I feel stupid and childish. My cat also sleeps on my bed with me,which I find a great comfort. 

janer1967

Hi and welcome to the community 

I am sorry for your loss everyone copes in different ways nothing is childish or silly it's whatever you feel comfortable and safe with.  

If you are struggling to cope there are bereavement charities like cruse that can help 

Take care 

Hannah_Alumni

@MobileGames It is 100% a normal reaction. I am so sorry about your mum. The NHS has a lot of information on Bereavement, that I think would be a useful read for you. 

Do you have a support network around you? 

Alex_Alumni

Hello @hotstuff and thanks for sharing, I'm sorry to hear you've lost someone close to you. The community is here if you would like to chat, whatever you would find helpful

If you are ever having a difficult day with feelings of grief or bereavement, you can always reach out to Cruse or The Good Grief Trust for any additional support, or just someone to listen.

If we can help with anything, please let us know.

Lou67

@hotstuff

So sorry for your sad loss. Look after yourself and we are always here if you want to talk.

Take care ❤️

Alex_Alumni

I'm sure it's a big change @hotstuff. And you are welcome

woodbine

Grief affects us all in different ways, non of them are right non of them wrong, my mum's been gone 5 years and I've really missed her today.

Sandy_123

Its true everyone copes differently, there is no time frame. I've always found and that's just me, I think of the happier times, plant a tree in the garden or flowers. 
Seek councilling if you need to.