Feelings of loneliness
Plans for the future are often ruined when someone we love dies suddenly or too soon. It is also common to feel lonely, or to worry about being alone. You may feel this way if you live alone or with other people.
The future may feel dark, or pointless. Your deep sadness may mean it is hard to imagine being happy again.
It is common to have feelings of anxiety about what might come next – to worry about someone else dying, or something else happening that is negative, or frightening.
Many people find it helps to know that these feelings are normal at this time. Many people bereaved suddenly have gone on to feel very differently, and lead happy lives, while still remembering with sorrow what happened.
Avoid making big decisions. It is easy to make wrong decisions, or decisions you later regret, at this time.