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  • 01-10-2018 04:23PM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 533 ✭✭✭


    My OH lost her mother a couple of months ago following a fairly lengthy illness. They were extremely close and the loss has hit her very very hard.

    My OH would not be a great one for showing weakness at the best of times and I am concerned that she is bottling up a lot of upset.

    She went back to work very quickly after the funeral even though I thought she needed moe time.

    We have been living together since January and are together over 5 years.

    So here is the issue I need help with:

    Ever since she has suffered this loss, she has (understandably) become a little distant and increasingly short tempered. Little things that we would ahve joked about before (household things primarily) are now causing her great frustration and leading to cross words.

    I have been in her position not too long ago and I know how difficult such a loss is and I am giving space, offering support and generally trying to keep life as normal as I can for her.

    However, I am worried about her and I have suggested that she visit a GP or seek bereavement counselling. I am not pressurising her to do this straight away but just suggesting she consider it. However, up to this she has refused to do so.

    I suppose I am just looking for some advice on what I should do next if anything?

    Relationship is great and not looking for any "dump her" suggestions.

    Thanks


Comments

  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 297 ✭✭farmerwifelet


    Just hang on in there you are doing great. She may not be up to counselling just yet but she knows you would support her through it. Not a lot else you can do really.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,798 ✭✭✭Mr. Incognito


    Time takes time. Its only been a few months. Grief changes people forever.

    It's her Mam. Just be patient. It will have to be endured unfortunately.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 533 ✭✭✭heretochat


    Time takes time. Its only been a few months. Grief changes people forever.

    It's her Mam. Just be patient. It will have to be endured unfortunately.

    I agree 100% having been there.

    No issues with patience at all. Just want to make sure I am the best support I can be for her. I know there are no easy fixes.

    Thanks


  • Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators, Paid Member Posts: 81,200 Mod ✭✭✭✭Sephiroth_dude


    Keep doing what you're doing.
    heretochat wrote: »

    Relationship is great and not looking for any "dump her" suggestions.

    Thanks

    Don't think anyone is that heartless that they'd suggest dumping her.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 166,005 ✭✭✭✭LegacyUser


    You sound like you're doing all you can OP by just being there for her and understanding why she may be short-tempered etc. You sound very caring and considerate - I imagine that's all she needs right now while she adjusts to life without her mother.


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