Conclusion

Loss and grief are complex experiences that go beyond just the death of someone you care about or feel connected to. Throughout your service in the RCMP or military, you may have faced various forms of loss that are often overlooked or not fully understood, such as moral injuries, emotional trauma, and physical injury, including brain injury. Moral injury is the distress that can come from participating in or witnessing actions that go against your values and beliefs. It includes experiencing or witnessing discrimination and culture loss. Acknowledging these losses is an important first step in grieving.

It's essential to recognize that the grief you carry can affect both you and your family, and seeking help and support is an important part of moving forward.

By exploring other resources in this series, like Your grief roadmap, you can find strategies to navigate your grief.