Delayed Grief?

[Christy]

Hello, I'm new to this site. My mother died when i was 10 of cancer. I never really grieved at that time. My grandmother died last week and a few days later my ex husband almost died, my son is about the same age I was. During times like this I seem to get taken back to that feeling of having all security ripped out from under me and suffer terrible anxiety. Anyone else go through this? It's been 24 years since my mother's death and I'm thinking about finally going to grief counseling.

[Judy Davidson]

Hi Christy,

Welcome to Grief Hope Network and thank you for sharing your story and your feelings.  I am so sorry to hear about all the loss you have gone through.  I was 9 when my dad died, so I know what you mean about having security ripped from you and feeling high anxiety.  My son was 4 when his dad died and what I know for sure is that communication is key to grief recovery.  You have made a BIG first step in reaching out to others who know how you feel.  Grief always waits, so it's never too late to start the process of dealing and healing.   

All members here have empathy for what you are going through.  I'm recovering from the loss of my mother in February.   My husband passed away in 2004 and I started this site to help others a few years ago.  Please reach out to other members through the Network, Member Blogs and Forum Chats.  The chat room tends to have more people in it at night.  The Home Page has some good Blog Posts too.  I pray the resources here provide Help for Today & Hope for Tomorrow.  You take good care of yourself.  BIG hug!    

God bless,

Judy

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[SimonSmith]

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