have you lost someone you love?
By careguarden
@careguarden (5670)
Philippines
August 7, 2009 8:38am CST
Two years ago my close friend lost her boyfriend from a car accident. Until now she can can't let it go. Still holding the past. I don't really know how to explained things to her. So I was thinking guys if you've ever lost someone you dearly love. How did you cope up with it?
2 responses
@vicki2876 (5636)
• Canada
7 Aug 09
I am sorry to hear that your friend lost her boyfriend. Though I have lost people I loved, I have not lost a partner. I know people that have lost there partners. I do know someone who has lost her fiance though. She is like your girlfriend and is holding on to that relationship. To be honest though I think that when some people do this, it is because they are depressed and alone and holding on to someone who now can never leave you is a security blanket to not living their lives and not getting hurt by someone else. Sounds kinda harsh but many times, true.
So how as her friend can you help. Maybe try to find activities you guys can do that won't require hours of talking... I am sure she has done plenty of this. Also something that would get her socializing with people again. This way she can start to creative a life after the passing of her boyfriend. So maybe joining a cycling club or bowling league or something anything you two can enjoy that gets her out and about in a positive way.
@careguarden (5670)
• Philippines
7 Aug 09
Vicki, Thank you very much for the advice. Actually we've done some of the things you've mentioned, and so far it didn't change her that much, she often refuse though. I just hope that the people around her wont give up on her. Anyways, thank you very much!
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@vicki2876 (5636)
• Canada
7 Aug 09
You are a good friend to hang in there for her. Is it hard sometimes when someone is so sad. Take care :)
@careguarden (5670)
• Philippines
8 Aug 09
Thanks a lot Vicki. Have a great day!
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@careguarden (5670)
• Philippines
7 Aug 09
Smartboy, yours is kinda different from my friend. The impact of pain are not the same. At least you can still see the girl and still have a chance. How did you cope up with the pain?