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Christmas is not a Happy time for everyone

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The feelings of Grief are often magnified at Christmas, while others are excited, we have feelings of dread, emptiness, and extreme sadness.

Be kind to yourself

Don’t feel obliged to accept invitations, visit or participate in Christmas get togethers.

Do or don’t do whatever gets you through this period.

Stay in your Pj’s if that’s how you feel.

Have some me time, pamper yourself, you deserve it.

Reflect on your loved one, look through your Memory Box and try to give thanks for the good memories you created together.

Watch your favourite Box set,

Start that new puzzle you bought.

Eat your favourite food.

Light a candle in memory of your loved one.

Decide on one positive change that will help you towards acceptance.

Think about volunteering, it helps to give something back to others.

Sending love and support

Chloe <3

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Caza

Wise words. Thanks Chloe I’m feeling really sad, a neighbour who I used to meet & chat to on our puppy walks took his own life four days ago. I had no idea he felt that way. He was always chatty & helpful with the pup. He leaves a wife & 3 children. 😞. I thought about passing on the numbers that you posted on here but maybe too soon.

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Sandradsn in reply toCaza

So very sad😪,the poor man and his family..Such a difficult time with Christmas looming.

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GoGo_JoJo in reply toCaza

So very sad 😔 so many suffering this year. Its heartbreaking

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Yes, it certainly is GoGo_JoJo A sad year for so many <3

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Sandradsn

Lovely advice Chloe x

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Thank you Sandradsn <3

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