Loss is not only about bereavement. We experience loss as a result of different changes that occur in our lives. Even when change is our choice we can feel loss. Such as when we decide to end a relationship, or become a parent for the first time when we have to compromise on our independence.
Sometimes we are not consciously aware of our feelings of loss, but find ourselves acting differently, in a way that might be detrimental to us or others. We can experience loss for a variety of life changes, some examples are:-
Relationship separation and divorce
Loss of independence when becoming a parent
Becoming a single parent
Children leaving home
Children becoming young adults wanting more autonomy
Aging
Identity - gender and sexuality
Unemployment/Redundancy/Retirement/Bankruptcy
Menopause
Infertility
Ill Health and Disability
Loss of home and stability
Mental health problems in others close to us
Becoming a Carer
Moving to another area or country
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