MY son lost his life when he drowned in a lake. Although he had a lifejacket, he wasn't wearing it.

Often, when we are dealing with grief, we become isolated and feel alone. At some point, we may be able to help others with grief which can also help us as well.

Grieving typically includes depression for those walking this journey. Depression is not something most people want others to see or know about. For most men, we hide this depression even when it is significant. There is great hardship associated with trying to navigate through depression. I learned well to hide my depression behind a smile.

Those who grieve often find that it is easy to get lost in busyness to fill the void left in losing someone you love. Though grief can be pushed aside temporarily, it can and will return to affest you.

Grief for men can be difficult as we tend to maintain a strong front. When we show vulnerability, we can help others know that grieving can be handled in a healthy way without being seen as weak.

A continuation of discussion on the effects of grief. Depression is clearly one of the struggles associated with grief and should be dealt with. We have to find a way to deal with the void left by loss.

Although some may feel that grief has an end point, for most, it does not. It is something that has to be faced frequently.

Enduring another loss with the passing of my aunt.