Changes in your interests, priorities and goals may affect your relationships after you lose a loved one. You may get closer to some friends or family members while you may grow apart from others. You may also develop new friendships.

You may no longer be interested in activities you previously enjoyed and you may develop new interests. These could include becoming involved in activities that were important to your loved one or volunteering.

If you were a caregiver to a loved one, you may feel lost after their death. You may feel a deep sense of emptiness with all the free time you have. You will need to find a new purpose and a new routine to fill the void you are experiencing.

The death of a loved one can also bring changes to your family’s income. You may need to focus on finding a job. Consult a career coach if you are returning to work after a long time or going to work for the first time.