01/06/2026
There is no correct timeline for grief.
The idea that you should be "over it" by a certain point is one of the most unhelpful myths about bereavement.
Grief doesn't follow a schedule.
It comes in waves, sometimes predictable, sometimes not.
Anniversaries, birthdays, seasons, even ordinary Tuesday afternoons can bring it back.
What you're experiencing is grief doing exactly what grief does.
If it's affecting your daily life or you're struggling to cope, please speak to your GP or contact Cruse Bereavement Support on 0808 808 1677.
You don't have to manage this alone, we are here for you š¤
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