Kernekoncepter
Survivor's guilt can be channeled positively to honor lost loved ones.
Resumé
The author reflects on his experience with survivor's guilt after the loss of his wife, Lorie. Despite not initially feeling this guilt, he contemplates the idea through interactions with others who share similar experiences. The article delves into the complexities of grief, highlighting the internal struggles faced by those left behind. It emphasizes the importance of processing emotions and finding constructive ways to cope with loss, such as creating foundations in memory of loved ones. The author also explores feelings of remorse and regret, acknowledging past conflicts in his relationship and the impact they had on his sense of guilt.
Statistik
Lorie’s death in November of last year
Near 23-year marriage
Chronic insomnia due to grief
Foundation created for early detection of brain aneurysms
Citater
"I shouldn’t be here. Every day I think about it and every day I come to the same non-conclusion, and that is I don’t know why I’m still here and she’s not."
"Would you have rather gone first and let your love suffer as you do now?"
"We had a terrific, loving and faithful near 23-year marriage."