Silly question I know, of course you do! However, when it becomes more frequent and the bereavement is for especially close loved ones, this hits so hard.
Once upon a time you were young and carefree, your main focus in life was yourself and how much you could enjoy it. Then as you get older you start to lose loved ones, both family and friends. Some were older and natural causes, others were young sudden and a shock.
Does anyone else feel a sort of 'compound' grief? Each loss reminds us how fragile and unpredictable life is and the weight missing them becomes that bit heavier.
When in the deepest mourning, the world goes on around us but we're not in it. Experiencing this detached sense of being is profound and has a lasting effect.
Then, of course, we have to move forward and continue to function for our families and work. Meanwhile there is another hole in our hearts and it's hard and cruel.
I know most of us will experience this, unless very lucky, but it will happen at some point.
Sorry for the long ruminating, back to the point, has bereavement changed your longterm perspective on life? Time may heal a bit but you never forget and to live in a new reality of those you loved so much not being there anymore.
Xxx