Gone
but
Not
Forgotten:
Reflections
on
Loss Grief:
a
feeling
that
knows
no
bounds
and
affects
us
all
at
some
point
in
our
lives.
Whether
it
be
the
loss
of
a
loved
one,
a
job,
a
relationship,
or
a
part
of
ourselves,
the
emotions
that
follow
can
be
overwhelming
and
consuming.
As
the
saying
goes,
"time
heals
all
wounds,"
but
the
reality
is
that
while
time
may
ease
the
pain,
it
never
truly
goes
away. The
concept
of
loss
is
often
associated
with
death,
and
rightfully
so,
as
the
passing
of
someone
close
to
us
is
one
of
the
most
impactful
experiences
we
can
face.
The
bereavement
process
is
multifaceted
and
differs
for
each
individual,
but
what's
common
is
the
emotional
rollercoaster
that
accompanies
it.
Shock,
denial,
anger,
bargaining,
depression,
and
acceptance
-
these
are
the
stages
we
go
through,
and
sometimes
it
feels
like
we're
stuck
in
one
or
constantly
oscillating
between
them. But
what
about
the
other
forms
of
loss?
Losing
a
job
or
a
relationship
can
also
leave
a
deep
sense
of
mourning.
We
grieve
the
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we
had,
the
memories
we
made,
the
time
and
effort
we
invested.
It's
easy
to
become
fixated
on
what
we've
lost
instead
of
looking
towards
what
we
still
have
and
what
we
can
gain.
The
same
goes
for
losing
a
part
of
ourselves,
whether
it
be
our
health,
our
identity,
or
our
aspirations.
We
mourn
the
person
we
used
to
be,
the
abilities
we
had,
the
dreams
we
had
to
let
go
of. However,
what
we
must
remember
in
the
face
of
loss
is
that
it
doesn't
define
us.
We
are
resilient
beings
capable
of
adapting
and
growing
from
our
experiences.
It's
important
to
allow
ourselves
to
feel
and
process
our
emotions,
but
also
to
seek
support
and
actively
work
towards
finding
meaning
and
purpose
in
life
after
loss.
This
may
come
in
the
form
of
therapy,
journaling,
connecting
with
others
who
have
gone
through
similar
experiences,
or
simply
practicing
self-care. Grieving
is
a
never-ending
process,
as
memories
and
triggers
can
resurface
unexpectedly.
But
it's
also
a
testament
to
the
love
and
significance
that
the
person
or
thing
held
in
our
lives.
We
carry
them
with
us
always,
a
precious
reminder
to
cherish
the
good
times
and
hold
onto
the
lessons
and
growth
that
came
from
the
loss. In
conclusion,
the
feeling
of
loss
is
universal
and
complex.
Whether
it
be
through
death,
job
loss,
or
personal
struggles,
the
emotions
that
follow
are
valid
and
important
to
acknowledge.
However,
we
must
also
remember
that
we
are
capable
of
healing
and
growth,
and
that
the
memories
and
lessons
learned
from
our
losses
will
always
be
a
part
of
us.
Though
gone,
they
are
certainly
not
forgotten.