On National Grief Awareness Day, Lisa Marie Presley shared her tragic story of losing her son Benjamin Keough, age 27, to suicide.
She described the incident as a sudden, devastating blow to her and her three children’s lives, leaving them broken and unable to move on.
Contrary to popular belief, Presley was certain that grief could not be overcame or replaced. She emphasized that it is something that one must live with for the rest of their lives.
She emphasized that despite how difficult it is to deal with, pretending otherwise and attempting to push away or reject the feelings is not beneficial to anyone.
Due to the unfathomable suffering brought on by such a sudden loss, Lisa Marie Presley’s life was marked by intense sorrow and suffering, unlike anything she had ever known. She and her daughters were forced to fight every day without Benjamin as her entire world abruptly changed.
They dreaded the idea of going forward without him, but they couldn’t bear the idea of leaving their home, which held so many happy and painful memories.
Few people are willing to provide ongoing support and comfort to those who have experienced a significant loss, making grief a very lonely emotion. For those who are touched, this reality might be difficult, as Presley so beautifully put it.
Whether it has been months or only a few days, making an effort to reach out to people who are grieving can make all the difference in the world. A straightforward phone call, personal visit, or thoughtful card can express your concern and be greatly appreciated by the bereaved.
Though it might not ease their suffering, it might offer comfort in unquestionably one of their darkest moments.
Speaking to others about the lost loved one also brings comfort to many people. It also serves as a way to remember and honor the life of the person who passed away too soon. This not only improves relationships between family members and friends.
It may be helpful in many ways to hear about people’s memories because it can make us appreciate beauty even when life is darkest.
Presley believes that helping those who have experienced a similar loss can bring comfort to them.
She has found peace in being around other people who have experienced grief.
She frequently travels as a result to facilitate support groups for others at her home. Presley is adamant to carry on for her daughters despite the excruciating pain that comes with such a loss because her son made it clear this was his top priority before he passed away.
The care and protection of his younger sisters was clearly one of his top priorities in the hours before his death. Because of this, Presley will carry on helping them as she is, despite the excruciating pain that has become an integral part of her life.
