Welcome to Beyond the Expected
Welcome to Beyond the Expected. Losing a loved one too soon throws us into a world where the familiar rules no longer apply. This Substack isn't a space for traditional emotional support – there are wonderful groups and resources for that which will be discussed in further posts. Instead, it's your field guide to navigating the practical and often-unseen pitfalls of grief's aftermath. We'll explore topics such as comments from well meaning and clumsy to unhelpful and hurtful. Unspoken expectations, and the complex dynamics that can arise in your social networks. You'll gain insights, learn to anticipate challenges, and discover strategies to protect yourself emotionally, financially, and professionally. The aim is to equip you with the knowledge and tools to face what's coming, so you can move forward with some confidence and resilience. This hard-won wisdom has been gathered from an experienced network of indivdiuals who have lived with, supported and researched grief in it’s most challenging forms.