I lost my mum and my whole family fell apart

Hi guys,

I've posted on here several times before, my mum passed away from a shock diagnosis of bowel cancer in March 2021. 
Since then life just hasn't been the same. 
The behaviour of my siblings has deteriorated drastically, as they have no-one to tell them off. It's gone from bad to worse, and I don't ever see it getting better.                                        Me ( female 28) and my brother (male 25) recently got into an argument, which ended in him physically attacking me. I don't really see a way forward after this. He has alot of anger in him from losing my mum, but at the same time that shouldn't be an excuse. 
I can't believe my life has come to this. Literally three years ago, I had my mum and my life was perfect. I can't believe it's fallen apart so much. I can't believe my family is like this now.

I'm scared to open up about this to any friends or anyone because I'm just so embarrassed and hurt. 

I honestly feel so lost and don't see the point in living anymore. I feel like im mourning my mum all over and no-one understands the pain. 
I need her more than ever. I just don't know how to carry on. Please can someone help me 

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  • I'm really sorry to read what has happened between you and your brother RSxo and for how difficult things have been for you and your siblings since your mum passed away.

    I can see you've received some really good advice and I just want to echo what RoseStarBlue and LauraRose85 have said about reaching out for support. Coping with grief is so tough, but there are so many people who are on this journey as well, so you are not alone, and connecting with others who really understand what you are going through can be a massive source of strength and comfort during these difficult moments.

    If you don't feel you can open up to your friends, maybe you can speak to your GP about how you are feeling and what has happened with your family? They will be able to help, and ensure you get the right support, especially if you're finding yourself questioning life and struggling to carry on. Samaritans can also help you work through such thoughts and feelings so if you do find yourself contending with these again, do be sure to give them a call on 116 123. Their phone lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week so you can talk to them at any time of day or night and they will listen, without judgement, to anything you want to say and will do all they can to support you. As RoseStarBlue and LauraRose85 have mentioned, you can seek out support and guidance through grief counselling and/or support groups as well.

    The journey with grief can be long and some days will be much tougher than others, but we will be here to look after you and support you every step of the way.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • I'm really sorry to read what has happened between you and your brother RSxo and for how difficult things have been for you and your siblings since your mum passed away.

    I can see you've received some really good advice and I just want to echo what RoseStarBlue and LauraRose85 have said about reaching out for support. Coping with grief is so tough, but there are so many people who are on this journey as well, so you are not alone, and connecting with others who really understand what you are going through can be a massive source of strength and comfort during these difficult moments.

    If you don't feel you can open up to your friends, maybe you can speak to your GP about how you are feeling and what has happened with your family? They will be able to help, and ensure you get the right support, especially if you're finding yourself questioning life and struggling to carry on. Samaritans can also help you work through such thoughts and feelings so if you do find yourself contending with these again, do be sure to give them a call on 116 123. Their phone lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week so you can talk to them at any time of day or night and they will listen, without judgement, to anything you want to say and will do all they can to support you. As RoseStarBlue and LauraRose85 have mentioned, you can seek out support and guidance through grief counselling and/or support groups as well.

    The journey with grief can be long and some days will be much tougher than others, but we will be here to look after you and support you every step of the way.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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