Last Christmas Eve, my great-aunt and a beloved family member passed away rather suddenly.  She randomly got sick and passed away about 45 minutes later. I was there, holding her hand when she passed away.  I saw the change when it happened, so did another cousin, we both knew it was over; but we did what we could anyway...dialing 911, CPR, the whole she-bang

Anyway, it's been 7 months and I can't move on.  I keep reliving it over and over again, when I close my eyes I see the moment that I knew it was over.  I can't talk to my family either, death is taboo in my family.  it's okay in the fam to mourn and talk about it for the first few weeks, after that it becomes taboo.  You stop talking about the event, generally stop talking about the person, except on memorial day and when a subject comes up that involved the deceased.  If i talk, they'll judge me.

 

I guess I need to ask....is there something wrong with me?  I still cry about once a week over it, and I can't seem to move on...am I just messed up?  I want to move on and seem to be the only person in the fam who can't get over it.  How can I move on after this experience?

Views: 73

Reply to This

Replies to This Discussion

Hi,
You have been through a trauma,you were there when she suddenly passed away,that is different than if you just heard over the phone that she passed away and it will take longer for you to be able to move on.
There is no time table with grief as there is no time table with love.
If you cant talk about it with your family then make friends and talk here,there seem to be alot of nice people here.

RSS

Latest Activity

Rosa Guzmán is now a member of Online Grief Support - A Social Community
3 hours ago
Profile IconDaisy adams and Wanda joined Online Grief Support - A Social Community
Jan 24
Wanda posted a status
"I lost my husband overnight that it happened so fast that I still can’t accept that he’s gone."
Jan 23
david karpe posted a status
"I'm wondering if Myrna is well. Happy new year to Myrna and everybody."
Jan 15
david karpe is now a member of Online Grief Support - A Social Community
Jan 15
Sasha Moshko posted a discussion

My Fathers Loss

Many years ago, I lost my father after his battle with colon cancer that later spread to his bones. The grief stayed with me longer than I expected. Ambrosia Behavioral Health helped me work through that loss, understand my emotions, and find healthier ways to cope and move forward. https://www.ambrosiatc.comSee More
Jan 14
Sasha Moshko left a comment for Sasha Moshko
"Professional help gives you a safe space to talk, understand your emotions, and learn healthy ways to cope. It can make grief feel less overwhelming and easier to manage over time. https://www.ambrosiatc.com"
Jan 14
MELANIE WALENDOWSKY BAKER is now a member of Online Grief Support - A Social Community
Jan 14

© 2026   Created by Ninja.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service