Grief is a word that covers our many emotional responses to loss. Loss is associated with emotional change. This is normal, and often we can anticipate our emotional changes: bereavements, loss of a relationship, trauma experiences, major setbacks and disappointments. Other times we are unaware of grief’s presence – we just feel different. We can be disturbed or puzzled by our emotional changes. If our unique internal world of dreams, hopes, beliefs and values has been challenged, being able to regain control over our emotions is important. Some responses are more constructive than others and inevitably affect those around us. … Continue reading Grief and loss