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How to cope with loss

My dad passed away recently and I’m having trouble concentrating and sleeping and feel so empty all the time. I’ve talked to so many people, friends and family, support groups, and nothing helps. Please tell me the best way to deal.

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*dewey* offline Verified User (10 months, 2 weeks) Long Term User Shouts: 3 #
An Undisclosed Location | 1 month ago (4 minutes after post)

Death is a hard thing to overcome. My grandma who I was very close with died a few years ago, and although we were able to move on, we never did get over how suddenly she died. All I can say, is that it does take time, and it is hard to get over. If you start feeling suicial because of this, please see someone, because that is really serious. I’m sorry about your loss, and I hope this helps (:

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kristin14 offline Unverified User #
An Unknown Location | 1 month ago (10 minutes after post)

Thank you, one of the only things that does seem to help even a little, is knowing others that have been through something similar.

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vivzofwale offline Verified User (1 year, 1 month) Long Term User Shouts: 5 #
An Unknown Location | 1 month ago (4 hours, 9 minutes after post)

i have to admit, i haven’t experienced something like this. the worst was losing my bestfriend in high school due to a sudden asthma attack. but not really a death within my immediate family.

but i feel sad about your situation. i hope you are surrounding yourself with people who will be able to support you through this tough time. i’m sure you’ve heard of people who faced incredible tragedies in their life. i know one who lost her entire family in a car accident. all 4 of them. it takes time, she has never really ‘moved on’. i don’t think anyone does. but she was able to regain her life back. and that most days should be a celebration of our loved ones’ life, not death.

best of luck! :)

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