“The only thing you can take with you when you leave this world are the things you’ve packed inside your heart”- S. Gale
Adjusting to the changes you will face after the death of your husband may seem daunting at first, but please remember that you are never really alone in the process.
You are now a part of a club you never considered joining. Even though you did not ask to a part of this club, you must know that we all understand what you are going through and ultimately we are all here for the other "members."
The death of a loved one is very difficult to handle and process emotionally. The trauma of such a loss can sometimes be overpowering and can hinder the acceptance of the loss with a sense of peace.
Grievers often refuse to use words such as death, dead, or died. Using these words bring up painful emotions or memories, but more importantly it shows a form of acceptance. This is why it is often avoided.
In the end, the griever must be allowed to take their own time to come to terms with the reality of the loss. Pushing might worsen the situation and cause them to regress. Patience is key and everyone handles loss differently.
“Grief is simply the price we pay for love.”
The deeper the love, the greater intensity of the grief that follows loss. At it's core, grief is a form of emotional pain.