My Mum Died 6 Days Ago: How I'm Managing Grief

My mum died six days ago, at 95. This is how I'm using TAME to be gentle with my grief, and how you can too. FREE Quick TAME guide (with a 4-minute audio version): https://marklockyer.com/guide Grief is a normal part of being human. Whether you've lost someone you love, a beloved pet, or something else that mattered, your body and mind are doing what they're designed to do. They're trying to keep you safe in a world that suddenly feels different. In this video I share what I'm going through after losing my mum, and I walk you through the TAME process step by step: Tag it, Accept and Anchor, Make room for the world around you, and Engage in something that's good for your wellbeing. It's not about getting rid of grief or fighting it. It's about allowing it, showing yourself kindness and compassion, and gently coming back to the present moment. If you're grieving right now, I relate entirely. Download the free guide and try TAME twice a day for the next seven days. Chapters 0:00 My mum, and why I made this video 0:49 Missing Mum and a changed routine 2:43 Grief takes our minds to the past and future 3:41 Holding on to what's good for us 5:19 What TAME stands for 5:35 Allowing the sadness 6:45 Drama Llama and Karma Llama 7:31 T: Tag it 10:32 A: Accept it 11:45 A: Anchor yourself (wriggle your toes) 15:38 M: Make room for the world around you 17:24 E: Engage in what's good for you 18:23 Grief isn't something to get rid of 19:19 Your free Quick TAME guide A gentle note: this video is general information. It isn't a substitute for professional support. If you're struggling, please reach out to your GP, a counsellor or someone you trust. Mark Lockyer, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Tame The Drama Llama | https://marklockyer.com #grief #griefsupport #loss #mentalhealth #TAME #TameTheDramaLlama