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05-05-2024 05:39 PM
05-05-2024 05:39 PM
Grief
My Dad died in July 2023 and multiple complications have delayed his funeral. He was cremated in Western Australia and his ashes are now in Tasmania for his funeral/memorial this week.
I am dreading the service as my brother and sisters consider I'm a waste of oxygen. One of my brothers has decided not to attend and there is considerable b!tching about that. I'm kinda jealous of him for being brave enough to say no. My son and granddaughter will be there to support me but I am still terrified at the thought of being in close proximity to my siblings. They consider my PTSD and mental illness is a choice which I can reverse IF I choose to.
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05-05-2024 05:42 PM
05-05-2024 05:42 PM
Re: Grief
Hey there @Scream58 ,
Know you are not alone in feeling this way.
I think what may be helpful to remember is that you are there for your father. You are not there for your siblings or anyone else. Is that fair to say?
What do you think you can do to help you through the memorial?
We're here if you need a chat.
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05-05-2024 06:34 PM
05-05-2024 06:34 PM
Re: Grief
I did everything.
I understand you are contending with grief and mental health, I hope the supports you do have for the day will be helpful for you, sitting in a different area with them might help you focus on why you are there
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05-05-2024 07:06 PM
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05-05-2024 07:09 PM
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Re: Grief
At least that's something to keep you busy. @Scream58
We are hanging out over here tonight if you want to join. JOIN US! Live Sunday Hangout 7-8:30pm AEST
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05-05-2024 07:20 PM
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05-05-2024 07:27 PM
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Re: Grief
My bad. Follow this link, then register for an account https://client.chatwee.com/popout/5fe12dcb78c130638b151232
You can then click back on the link and you will be in 🙂 @Scream58
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05-05-2024 07:30 PM
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05-05-2024 07:44 PM - edited 05-05-2024 07:45 PM
05-05-2024 07:44 PM - edited 05-05-2024 07:45 PM
Re: Grief
Try this screen https://www.sane.org/peer-support/peer-group-chat
Then press "Accept" when you scroll down.
For you @Scream58
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05-05-2024 07:56 PM
05-05-2024 07:56 PM
Re: Grief
I give up !