Your Losses in Life- @joymm

What have you lost in life that made you cry or feel distressed? Narrate your experience

Everybody has lost something in one way or the other. The term "Loss" can be defined as the state of being deprived or being without something that one has once had. In other words, it can be a feeling of sadness one experience when someone or something you like or cherish is taken away from you. In life, just be rest assured to see loss and also profit. Most times, the loss we have in life are greater than the profits and gain. As for me, I have encountered a lot of loss in my life, both in my academics, relationship, business, and otherwise. But there is this great loss I had that I can never forget in a jiffy. This happened in the year 2021. It's actually 4 years now I lost my younger sister to a very outrageous sickness.

This month being the month of March is exactly the same month she gave up, and seeing this contest made me remember her and I decided to participate in the contest to pour our my heart in remembrance of her. During the time I heard about her demise, it was like as if the heaven should break loose, because that my late sister was like a twin to me. We literally did everything together, wear the same outfit, make the same hair, buy the same bag and shoes, regardless that I was her elder sister then. She was a very peaceful soul and always love to make people around her to be comfortable. I am literally crying to make this post because I miss her so much...😭

Did you blame yourself for the loss or were you meant to lose that thing? How did the losses affect you?

I cannot actually blame myself for her demise, because I didn't know who has a hand in her death. I left everything in God's hands. Who am I to question God? When I was still grieving about her loss, I couldn't eat or do anything, because we usually do those things together and when I couldn't see her anymore, I feel so sad and depressed.

Indeed, loosing her affected me both physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, academics, and otherwise. When I realized I won't see her again for the rest of my life, I will feel mentally unstabled and distressed. When I lost her, I was still in Jss 3, I stopped going to school for the mean time, because whenever I go to school, it feels like the person sitting next to me is her. I must say, it was indeed a painful loss and I wish I have the power to bring her back..💔

Were you able to let bygones be bygone or are you still in pain for the loss?

It's really hard to let go of someone you love and cherish so much, especially your family members or loved ones. The day I lost her, I lost one side of me. I have been trying to find myself again, but its hard, because you were a huge part of my life. Not having you again by my side is very painful and only my only regret is that if I had known that the last time I saw you will be the last moment, I would have bugged you a little tighter, and stayed by your side a little longer. To be honest, I can't let bygones be byones on this particular loss, because anyone that had a hand in her death will surely see the wrath of the Almighty God. My mind knows that you're gone, but my heart will never accept it. I miss you so much..!!😔

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What advice would you give the public who may have lost something or someone precious to them?

My advise for anyone who had lost something precious to them or someone in one way or the other is for you to be kind to yourself, allow yourself to rest, eat, and engage in activities that bring you comfort. Again, don't judge your own feelings. If you're feeling sad, angry or numb, it's okay, because they are normal reactions to loss. To add to it, you can talk to trusted friends and family by sharing your feelings with them which can provide comfort and support to you. Also, try to consider professional help. A therapist can help to relieve your distress and discomfort during the time of loss. Lastly, endeavour to join a support group by connecting yourself with others who have experienced similar losses which can be helpful to you.

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In Summary, To everyone here who has lost something precious or someone, I advise you to stay put, strong, and never let depression or distress to weigh you down. Here comes the end of my post today.. Thank you for visting my blog post. I specially invite my wonderful friends @eveetim @richy20 @missyleo to join this contest.. Thank you all..!!😊