Why is it hard to accept a loss?

The need to be in control So when something unexpected happens and we lose someone dear, our brains have a hard time accepting the fact that we have no control over this. This contributes to the rise of previously mentioned defense mechanisms — disbelief, anger, bargaining, and depression.

Why can’t I accept someone’s death?

Some people may have a more difficult time learning to accept the death of a loved one. This is called complicated grief and affects around 15\% of people who have experienced a loss. It is also common when the deceased person was young, because the surviving loved ones feel a sense of injustice.

How do you deal with extreme grief?

How to deal with the grieving process

1. Acknowledge your pain.
2. Accept that grief can trigger many different and unexpected emotions.
3. Understand that your grieving process will be unique to you.
4. Seek out face-to-face support from people who care about you.
5. Support yourself emotionally by taking care of yourself physically.

Is one loss more than enough?

Of course one loss is more than enough…it’s already too much. Yet so many grievers I met were experiencing multiple losses. And while in most of my writings the word “loss” pertains only to the physical loss of a person, for the sake of this piece I’m going to discuss all types of losses.

What should you do if you’ve faced a sudden large financial loss?

Here are some things to consider if you’ve faced a sudden large financial loss: Don’t make any sudden financial moves. Emptying out your IRA or 401 (k) to make up the difference will cause even more problems in the long run. You’ll have to pay taxes and you’ll also probably have to pay early withdrawal fees.

How do you cope with multiple losses in Your Life?

Coping with the multiple losses in our life can feel much the same way, and the solution for both is the same. Don’t look at the whole room all at once. Because if we look at the whole thing it can be totally overwhelming, and instantly exhausting.

How do you deal with the loss of a job?

Look for additional sources of income. The quickest way to fill the hole is to get a bigger shovel to put more dirt into it. You may also wind up finding something better than you have or starting a new business which grows beyond what you expected. Talk about it with loved ones. You just had a big loss.