My mom died unexpectedly, I'm depressed

[John Slayne]

That is too much for one person to go through in one year, but unfortunately life can come at us in very unexpected ways.

 

Take it one step at a time and be kind to yourself. You've been through a lot and you've worked so hard. Just know that there is still more life in you and there's still people who care  

[CottageHore]

Nothing I or anyone says will take away the pain, confusion, and despair you’re feeling right now. I am so sorry that you are going through this. I know it’s a cliche, but I truly feel for you, empathetically.

 

Remember that your only job right now is to feel everything you’re feeling and to not suppress any emotion or shame yourself for any complicated thoughts or feelings you may be having. Losing a loved one, especially a mother, is one of the most difficult tragedies a human will ever experience. It makes total sense why you’re in a pit of depression right now and it’s totally valid and normal for you to not want to go to work or leave the house. That is a completely acceptable response to the loss of such a big part of your normal life. 
 

Have you considered getting grief counseling or maybe doing group therapy or meeting with other people dealing with similar loss? I know it may seem like a lot, but that community and connection can really help.

 

I don’t know you, but if you ever need to talk, vent, express- my PMs are open, genuinely. 

Sending you love and you’re in my thoughts. 

 

[Sugar-Rush]

I hope 2023 is a year full of blessings for you. Stay strong.

[Bussea]

I’m so sorry for your loss  I recently just lost a parent this year too. I’m sending you love and light and if you ever need to vent more please do not hesitate to message me

 

 

if there’s anything that i’ve learn this year is that when it rains it truly pours but all that we go through makes us stronger in the long run as stereotypical as that sounds. Please protect yourself and your mental health and if that means potential separation, take it. 

[Oktober Knight]

Thank you SO SOOO much for all the kind words and replies, and especially those who reached out to me in my DMs. This truly means a lot. 

 

Now that her funeral is over with, I feel a sense of relief because all the phone calls have stopped and I got a bit of closure. Some days I struggle though but I think I will be fine. 

 

Tongiht the family is having a huge party in honor of my mom since she was very excited to go tonight when she was supposed to visit this month. Cheers to Mom! 

[Chris]

I'm so sorry for your loss.