Question
I lost my son and I miss him so much it's sometimes hard to go on. Every day is hard. My husband is grieving differently and I get angry. What should I do?
Answer
Losing a child is one of the hardest losses.
It's normal for family members to grieve differently (and to feel angry about that). Our relationship with the person who died was unique and so is our grief. It makes sense that you'd be grieving differently. I know it can feel like another loss but this is how it is in most families.
In addition, your grief is so consuming that no one has the emotional reserves to support anyone else...no matter how close the relationship.
This is why support groups are so very important, and I would encourage you to find a local one. Your local funeral home, hospice or clergy can give you a referral.
I hope this helps.
Susan
How to Survive Your Grief
I talk about families grieving differently on page 84 and anger on page 56
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