So often, after someone has been bereaved, people encourage them to move forward with their lives. For someone who has been bereaved, the words moving forward is the last thing they want to hear, since they are still reeling from their loss and trying to make some sense of it. The term moving forward has a different meaning for everyone.
People transfer their own idea of moving forward to the bereaved person's situation.
They have their own belief system regarding death and the bereavement process, developed from their family of origin and life experiences. People often feel uncomfortable if what you say or do doesn't match their expectation of what they would do in the same situation. The bereaved person is often besieged with advice on how to act, what to do, and how to move forward with their lives. If you've been bereaved, the most important thing to remember is to listen to your body. Your body is the best barometer for determining the level of comfort with something someone is telling you.