Is Grief a Natural Feeling?

Grief and the associated feelings are a natural reaction when you lose someone or something that is important to you. Grief can result from many things, including loss of a loved one, miscarriage, the ending of a relationship, children leaving home, death of a dream or ambition, job termination, loss of a beloved pet, infertility or separation from relatives and friends. Since loss is inevitable, every person is bound to experience grief after a significant loss. deep sense of loss. They do say that “time heals all wounds” though this is often not the case. It is important to know the signs that may indicate that you need help in overcoming your grief. Most people bounce back given time. There are, however, people who need help to be able to overcome grief. It is important to know the signs to see if maybe you are among them.

How Long Will My Grief Last?

The intensity, duration, patterns and the manner of grieving vary between individuals, so there is not a specified timeline as to how long you will grieve. There are people who don’t cry and keep their emotions “bottled-up” inside. There are those who openly express their grief, and there are those who will let their grief seemingly “takeover.” It is important to recognize the signs of being unable to move on. This may be the time when you may need a professional to provide assistance.

What Are Signs My Grief Is a Problem?

Warning signs that your grieving has become problematic can include emotional and physical symptoms. Emotional symptoms are expected immediately after the traumatic loss, but often wane with time. Symptoms associated with prolonged or excessive grief include extreme irritability, cynicism, coldness, detachment, inability to feel happy, and fixation with loss. Grief can also have some real effects on the body, which may mislead you to think you are sick – fatigue, digestive problems, chest pain, soreness and headaches. Most importantly, grief can lead to depression which can become severe. be aware when it is spiraling into full-blown depression.

Effects of Grief

While grief is a natural response after experiencing a painful loss, heart-rending loss, its intensity should fade in time. When the intensity of your sadness persists, it can cause you to struggle on a day-to-day basis. Certain effects can be felt immediately once you lose such as losing your drive to go to school or work, or your interest in socializing. Long-term effects can generally be more challenging. Excessive and prolonged grief can drive you to severe depression and/or substance abuse (which may even include prescription abuse).

Can Therapy Help Me with My Grief?

Therapy can help you with your grief as it has helped so many others. If you or a loved one is struggling with grief and the feeling seems to be “overstaying” or affecting your life to a great extent, don’t ignore the signs that you need help. Letting the long-term effects settle in can make things worse for you. Recognize the signs and call for help. Carolina Counseling Services – Fuquay-Varina, NC is here to help you. Call now for your first appointment.

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