Question # 3. What can challenge your sense of connectedness to others or purposes? How do you protect yourself from doubt?

Since my mother passed away, a few weeks ago, I have felt overwhelming pain and sadness that washes over me in waves and comes and goes like the tide. Sometimes I feel disconnected, particularly now that everyone is self-quarantining due to COVID-19. However, I am grateful to have friends and neighbors who have consoled me with their kind words and fond memories of my mom, who I loved dearly. I have also tried to reach out to friends from the past. Yet, I am still grieving and often feel emotionally adrift–but that will change with time which heals all wounds.