u/Advanced-Leek-8227

First time redditor here. My dad passed away last month very suddenly and unexpectedly (had no health issues other than some mobility constraints). I flew back to my hometown as soon as I got the news and knew I needed to support my mom through it all. I had my partner and sister as well, so that was nice support. We had to organize the funeral in a week and then I was able to take some time off to stay home and help with estate affairs, going through everything, selling the house etc. I flew back to where I currently live at the beginning of April and was approved for STD leave for 3 weeks and I’ve been experiencing the grief and this new way of life really tough. Im crying on a daily, not eating properly, find it hard to socialize in a big group setting and struggling to find purpose and enjoying anything I do. I’m going back to work tomorrow on a gradual return and I feel so anxious and overwhelmed with the thought of going back into a role that my past self used to enjoy and now I can’t. it’s a very client facing and being in back to back meetings type job. How did you cope with going back to work after bereavement? I’m not sure if I’m ready.