This may be directed internally or at others. Blaming or accusing other or oneself allows a chance to focus on an issue rather than the loss. This is the phase of true sadness as the reality of the loss is felt. Protracted and unresolved depression may require professional help to resolve. This is the recovery stage when the death is more or less accepted.
Fond memories occur and new emotional ties can be made.
You need to take extra good care of yourself and take one day at a time. Talk only with people you feel understand you Get plenty of rest. Even if you are not hungry, eat something nutritious. Drinking alcohol or using other drugs can intensivy feelings of depression. Why we often feel guilty at the death of our pets How to talk to children about pet loss How to take care of your pet's remains How you might memorialise your pet Whether to bring another pet into your life The support group This group of people has come together because they have experienced pet loss themselves and recognise that there is a need to have a support group to help others through their sadness and loss.