In tough times I always leaned on Jesus the Son of Man

Oh man so sorry to hear that. Praying for your grandma and your friend's family

I hear you, and I'm really sorry you're going through this. I lost someone close to me last year, and it was tough. The grief can feel like a lot, and it’s hard to know how to deal with it.

What helped me, though, was just giving myself permission to feel whatever I was feeling, without rushing through it.

Some days were harder than others, but taking it one day at a time made things a bit easier. You’re not alone in it anyways. If you ever want to talk, always here to reach out to.

Fuck.

I'm so sorry, friend. That's awful.

Nothing I can say helps, but I'll try anyway: things pass — way too goddamn slowly. But they do. Just endure

Wish you strength! 42x.

Awe no, gosh praying for you brother. I would recommend spending time with friends and going outside getting some sunshine even if its just for a walk. Listen to some Beatles, Abbey Road, always makes me smile.

My condolences to you. In our cultural tradition, when someone passes away, a part of their spirit is believed to remain in this world. You may explore ways to help their spirit continue its journey in a complete and peaceful manner. Praying for the deceased and setting up a small fund to support those around them are meaningful gestures.

Good morning everyone here, what's good today? 🥰 don't forget to stay strong cos that's the only way to beat tough times @cryotosensei @Aardvark @Car

I’m so sorry to hear that

I think sitting down and being exceptionally lazy is a fine coping mechanism. Allow those emotions to sit with you. Hopefully their intensity will lessen with time.

Keep us updated about how your grandmother’s doing.

Are you feeling guilty about not being able to stop your best friend from his demise? You mayn’t wanna share, but I just thought I would ask

Love you

Not a recommendation, but I usually just work more.

There are things that are uncontrollable and, especially when I can't accept that, I channel my frustrations into problems I can control ever more.

I'm very sorry to hear that. In my experience just do what gives you comfort during these times, without judgment. For me, sometimes I experience a delayed reaction when I don't expect it.

You just keep going, hard times don't last forever.

You get through the hard times by becoming harder.

my deepest condelesence for your loss brother, i hope that he is in a better place and may your grandma get well sooner you have got my prayers man. actually you know in such times it is better to stay off light like reflect on your ideas like whatver you feel feel it and let it find its way through you from sadness to grief. i guess it is better option if you listen to pink floyd song "comfortably numb" and especially this vrsion i think it fits the way you feel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kWl-ZGMwkQ hope that helps brother.

I know some folks shouldn't handle firearms when sad. But, after I lost my brother (slash best friend) I found that going to a shooting range made me feel like I had some kind of power or control. I only did it a few times, but I remember it feeling nice.

I think maybe one of the reasons for feeling bad is the loss of feeling in control. Sometimes you gotta do stuff that makes you feel some kind of power or control (within reason, of course - nothing weird, illegal, or mean).

Otherwise, you can't avoid the pain/sadness completely. Just gotta let time pass for somethings. Being with friends/family can really help, too. I'd avoid substances and reckless behavior as that'll make you feel worse later (those things basically just kick the can down the road).

That's horrible. I'm so sorry.

The best I can offer is distracting yourself with small routine tasks (dishes, vacuuming, etc). That might at least get your mind somewhere else. I don't know if there's anything other than time, really shitty time, to get through.

Oh man sorry to hear that on both accounts. I was wondering why you weren't around much.

I don't have very much good advice for you other than try to find something you are grateful for and focus on that and put one foot in front of the other.

Yesterday was the 3 year anniversary of my wife's mom's surprise passing. My wife was holding up well compared to prior years. She just wanted to remember and honour her mom. When I think back to the day it happened and I recall the shock and pain everyone was in I can't really describe how we got through those moments other than my wife focused on making sure her dad was ok and I focused on making sure the kids were ok and we were just grateful it happened at a time we were visiting and were able to extend our stay to help out.

Really sorry for the loss. One of the best things in such times is sharing worries and cares with friends. Music helps too.

"Each morning we are born again and What we do today is what matters most." A blissful day to you all, keep staying strong.