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I recall very well the first holidays, anniversaries and birthdays alone as a widow. Sometimes you want to be with others and other times you will want to be alone. It's important not to isolate yourself, but do be kind to yourself during these stressful moments. If you need to cry, do so. If you need support, ask for it. True friends and family that love you will be there to lend support. Sometimes we're afraid to ask for that support, but on the other side, sometimes those friends aren't sure what to do for you, even if it's just listening while you talk or sitting quietly with you for support.
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Hi Elaine,
Good advice.
For me, the most helpful thing a friend can do is simply listen. Sometimes I'll repeat the same thing over and over again, and it must be hard on my friends - but eventually I get talked out, and calmed down. I hope I, too, am a good listener to my friends when they experience grief.
Namaste,
Suzann
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Thank you for the
Thank you for the reminder.
I lost my father 8 years ago and it can be emotionally draining during the holidays because - I can't help but miss him.
Thankfully, my friends know and are always comforting if I need to talk about it. In being a friend to other's who are suffering loss, I am also patient when listening and allow them to feel what they are going through.
It's nice to have a reminder ....
Happy New Year to You.
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xoxo Anje
"I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle, but if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best"
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