5. ISOLATION
The short definition of isolated is far away from other places, buildings, or people; remote. Isolation is the process or fact of isolating or being isolated.
Being far from people is how I feel at times while I continue my grief journey. It’s not that no-one is around, there are many people around me however it is more about their understanding of my grief. Some just don’t really get it…they really don’t understand…but how could they, they themselves haven’t walked in my shoes. There is distance created between some of us because they don’t understand and that distance makes me feel isolated. I just feel far from them…as if we are on two different planets at times.
Then there are other times that I specifically isolate myself from people. Sometimes just from a few and other times all people. There are days I will just stay at home. It is my safe place. I can just be here with my fur babies and let the whole world pass me by. To be honest…I like the alone time. It’s been a vital part of my bereaved journey. It allows me the space that I need to write, think, and honor my babies in my own way with no judgement.
Isolation doesn’t have to be negative in a bereaved journey. It’s okay to embrace it.
We love you Bear, Jackie, and Peanut!
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