I am in Class VII. I liked a boy very much, and he liked me too. We were family friends; we’d liked each other from when we were in Class I. Last year, he died in an accident. I cannot forget him. This makes me so upset, I’m unable to concentrate on anything, including studies; I am unable to move on.
It is very sad to know about your loss and the trauma you are undergoing at this young age. It is very natural to feel sad. Dealing with the loss of a close friend is not easy. The process of grieving is different for each person. It depends on each person’s personality, coping mechanisms, lifestyle and how close the person was to you. There is no right or wrong way of grieving, and each individual takes her own time. The most essential fact is that you have to accept the loss and come back to reality. Recall god memories involving your friend. Give yourself time to overcome the loss. Do not be hard on yourself. Remember that you are not alone and that there are many who have overcome similar loss in life. Do not suppress your feelings, it is very important to let it out. Talk to someone who can listen to you. Keep yourself occupied with some physical activity or a hobby, or listen to good music. Make new friends and do not stay alone. Healthy distractions are very essential at this point of time. You are very young and you have a lot to achieve in life. Stay motivated and positive to do your best. Time is the best healer.
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