My dad passed away last night after a long battle with prostate cancer which eventually attacked his brain. He was given 28 months to live and he made it to 26. We had time to mentally prepare for his passing but nothing can prepare you for the reality of it when he dies. It feels surreal still. Like a bad dream. But I have this overwhelming feeling of anger with nowhere to direct it. I’m angry he got cancer, I’m angry it spread so ferociously. I’m angry that he was stolen from us so soon. I’m angry he never got to enjoy his retirement or his grandchild. What am I supposed to do with this anger, how can I make peace with it. His death is unjustified and unfair.
Hi and welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about your dad, my sincere condolences. I know this in part as I lost my mum coming up to two years back, yes it was a hard time so some supportive ((hugs)) to you.
The Community is divided into support groups (discussion rooms) so can I recommend you join and post in our supportive Bereaved family and friends support group. This is a safe place to talk to others who are navigating the same journey.
If you'd like to connect in with a group click on the Green (Bold) link I have created above. Once the group page opens click on the black banner that says [click to join] at the bottom, or the [Join] button under "Group tools."
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘new post’ by clicking in the box near the top right with + New or + (Depending on the device you are using) and you are ready to go. You could copy and paste the text from this post into your new post.
Macmillan have many support services so do check out the Macmillan Support Line is open 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00. These services provide practical information, emotional support, or just a listening ear.
Please do get back to me if you need further help.
