Compassionate leave is time off granted to employees due to the death or serious illness of a close relative, providing time for them to grieve.
#Grief & Emotional SupportA step-by-step guide to memorialising a loved one's Facebook account and preserving their digital legacy.
#Grief & Emotional SupportGrief is a natural response to loss—most commonly the death of a loved one, but it can also follow the loss of a relationship, job, health, or even a sense of identity. Emotions like sadness, anger, confusion, guilt, relief, and numbness are all normal. There's no right or wrong way to grieve.
There is no set timeline. Some people feel more stable within weeks or months, while for others, grief can come in waves for years. What matters is that you allow yourself space and support. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it means learning how to live again, with the memory of what was lost.
Yes. Many people feel guilt—over things they did or didn’t say, decisions made, or simply surviving. This is a common part of grieving, even if irrational. Talking to someone you trust or a grief counsellor can help unpack and soften these feelings.