Waves of emotion after losing my husband

I lost my husband 6 months ago to gallbladder cancer we were married for 22 years , he passed away 2 weeks after diagnosis.  I have been coping with life, I say coping basically going through the motions. The first 3 months, I think I was just numb and dealt with things with no emotion, then reality kicks in, I have days when you put on a brave face, go to work, meet friends, go to family events, but all the time inside the pain is tearing me apart. I miss every part of our life together, but even the small things like not being able to call to say something funny happened at work or what shall we have for dinner are so difficult.  Then out of nowhere this wave has hit me, I cant stop crying,  I can just be sat at my desk and tears just stream down my face, or in the car, there doesn't even have to be a trigger.  Having read other posts I know im not alone in feeling like this, but I feel the grief more now than in the immediate days after his passing.  I just miss him so so much.

  • Hi Manda26,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss and would like to send our condolences, this must be so incredibly difficult.

    You are certainly not alone in terms of feeling this way, though I know this doesn't make it any easier. It is of course natural for your emotions to change and fluctuate - and in time things should get a little bit more manageable, and you may find yourself better able to deal with and continue with things.

    It's important to keep speaking to others where you feel comfortable to do so. It can sometimes be tough speaking to those close to you, and if so then there are other options for support.

    You may find it helpful to have a look at the resources offered by Cruse, which include a helpline and links to local support.

    Hopefully the forum here can also be of some help to you, even if it's just a case of writing things down. We are always here whenever you may need it so do keep in touch as and when you would like to.

    Take care and wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator