30/08/2025
💙 Grief Awareness Day 💙
Grief is a universal experience and it touches us all in deeply personal ways, and it can affect more than just emotions - it can impact concentration, sleep, appetite, and even physical well-being.
💙For Individuals Coping with Loss:
You’re not alone - and you’re not weak for struggling. Here are a few ways to navigate the journey:
💙Share your feelings: Talking with someone you trust, or even sitting quietly in their presence, can bring comfort and connection.
💙Seek help when needed: Don’t hesitate to reach out for professional or peer support if grief starts to overwhelm you.
💙Give grief time: Healing isn’t linear, and there’s no timeline. Be gentle with yourself—some days will feel harder, and that’s okay.
💙For Employers and Colleagues:
The workplace can be a vital source of support—but only if we know how to show up for each other:
💙Lead with empathy: Offer a listening ear. Sometimes saying "I'm here for you" matters more than saying anything at all.
💙Train managers in emotional intelligence: Equip them to spot when grief is affecting a team member and respond with sensitivity.
💙Create a safe, supportive environment: Encourage peer support, clarify bereavement policies, and remind employees it’s okay to take time.
Grief can be isolating—but it doesn’t have to be. On Grief Awareness Day, let’s commit to being present with compassion and understanding—for ourselves and for one another.
🔗 https://www.wpa.org.uk/health-wellbeing/articles/coping-with-grief
🔗 https://www.wpa.org.uk/health-wellbeing/articles/employees-grief-support
