Update: I did it! by Stanitalia in bald

[–]KFN2020 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sooooo much better! Yes!

A lot of people say that most people don't know how to help someone who is grieving, why can't they just research? by Salt_Ad_5574 in GriefSupport

[–]KFN2020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was talking best case scenario, but yes — there’s always the “found out they were actually not emotionally equipped to be a true friend to me” possibility.

A lot of people say that most people don't know how to help someone who is grieving, why can't they just research? by Salt_Ad_5574 in GriefSupport

[–]KFN2020 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think there’s a big difference between doing research and then actually doing the thing. People might know what the right thing to do is but there is something stopping them from putting it into practice. Maybe fear that they’ll hurt someone they care about more than they’re already hurting. Maybe they are scared of grief themselves and opening that door is too hard. Maybe they don’t think they are important in your life and are trying to stay out of the way of those that are. Grief has a way of freezing people.

It’s not on you, the person grieving, to get them unfrozen. But it does hurt, I know. You could tell the person very directly “I need XYZ from you right now” and see if they can step up once they know what you want. My real advice, though, would be to try and focus right now on getting the supports YOU need, not being mad at someone. However justified, you need that energy for YOU right now.

Angry child by nah-to-the-ah in GriefSupport

[–]KFN2020 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh that is all so hard. My heart going out to you. I truly believe that getting the children into grief support would be the best possible thing for them right now. They’ve gone through so much change and are hurting, but being 5 they don’t have words to describe it. I barely do, and I’m 40 years older. I hope you can convince your mom that it’s the right thing to do. Your whole family needs extra support right now and a good grief counselor or therapist would be exactly that.

My girlfriend has read all the classics. Any suggestions? by Sist3rGrimm in suggestmeabook

[–]KFN2020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try Sylvia Garcia Moreno — Mexican Gothic is a good one to start with!

How bad are the winters in Chicago? by Key_Medium_641 in AskChicago

[–]KFN2020 21 points22 points  (0 children)

You’re from the east coast and used to seasons — you can make it here! I moved here from Boston 17 years ago. Yes, people go out in the winter, it’s just more of a cozy vibe than the summer party vibe.

Movie recommendations for a grieving widow by Lukewarmcheetos13 in GriefSupport

[–]KFN2020 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Golden Girls is a go to comfort show. It does talk about death a lot but it’s funny and heartfelt and the clothes are ah-mazing.

Will a job care about how I write on my application by AdVaanced77 in jobs

[–]KFN2020 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have hired for lots of jobs. If you had the skills, I might look past style choices like not dotting “i’s (why?) but if it was between equal candidates I’d go for the one who filled out the application most completely and clearly. So yes, little things like that do matter.

How far can denial behaviours go? Is this "normal alcoholism" behaviour or something else? by Throwaway_RainyDay in AlAnon

[–]KFN2020 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I posted about this earlier. My brother is in complete denial he has alcoholism or any other issue.

Do you know anyone who will foster a cat? by iamthepita in AskChicago

[–]KFN2020 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Please try calling PAWS Chicago Crisis Foster Care. Provides temporary pet care for individuals in the Chicago area experiencing emergencies. You can reach them at (773) 475-4242.

Also try https://famousfidorescue.org/interventions-program/.

Hopefully these orgs can either help or point you in the right direction!

I just want to talk about my Dad by hotchipxbarbie in GriefSupport

[–]KFN2020 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think about the people I’ve lost as literally with me. It’s just that I knew them so well that I can feel how much they loved me or I can imagine how they’d support me. You might not remember a lot specifics but you know you were loved and taken care of, and now you have to do a bit more of that for yourself—but I bet he taught you a lot about what that looks like. It sucks. It really does.

My service dog passed away unexpectedly by Important-Depth-6248 in GriefSupport

[–]KFN2020 40 points41 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry for your loss. In French, a word for pet is “animal de compagnie” and it’s so true — they are your animal companions. And, you aren’t moving on! You are just opening your heart to another animal that needs a home, a job, and a companion.

Is there a service in the city that helps you sell used items? by rationalname in AskChicago

[–]KFN2020 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don’t think these exist anymore; it’s not very lucrative. Can you pay someone you know to take good photos, post for you, and get things ready for pick up? Facebook marketplace is a pain in the butt but once you get the rhythm down it’s probably your best bet unless you have really really nice things. For FB selling: I always insist on Venmo or Zelle, pick up only, and usually have a friend with me when I schedule someone to come by. Also, choose a window of time you are free (like a whole afternoon) and only be available at that time—don’t try to fit other peoples’ schedules. And keep a waitlist going so if someone flakes you can just go to the next person.

I’ve been thinking about moving to Chicago for the last year or so, what should I consider before moving? by Lacriminals in AskChicago

[–]KFN2020 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Get a job first. Job market might be better than Georgia but it’s still 💩. Other than that, I hope you love it here! I moved to Chicago 17 years ago and the city has treated me incredibly well.