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The death of a spouse may result in dealing with very difficult financial matters, especially for those who may be inexperienced. Many counsellors comment that frequently, the anger part of the grieving process stems from a partner being left to deal with \u201cmoney worries\u201d. Often the person left behind has never ever had to deal with such matters as their partner took charge of bills etc. If the bereavement was premature or unexpected, this can be even more terrifying. <\/p>\n
Not only is the bereaved dealing with their personal emotions and maybe those of their children or other family members, but they may have additional worries too. Within any relationship. one partner usually takes the lead in dealing with the day to day nitty-gritty and everyone becomes dependent on a partner for something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Starting over again and the importance of financial planning<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Even where the finances have a semblance of being organised, there is worry about the future along with matters such as banking and how pensions and investments function. It takes an experienced and patient Financial Advisor to put a person\u2019s mind at ease. Rarely is it a good idea to make big decisions in the aftermath of a bereavement as all opportunities have to be carefully considered. A good financial expert will advise with compassion and empathy. It\u2019s all about reassurance. Matters which need to be dealt with quickly can be prioritised. Issues which may wait, can be revisited in the months to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dealing with your finances doesn’t have to leave you feeling terror stricken!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n After a bereavement, it can be very difficult to focus wholly on one issue. If economics are not a persons\u2019 \u201cthing\u201d, dealing with this, along with a loss, can be excruciating. Some people just simply do not understand how financial products work. It can be frustrating for family and friends as they try to explain and advise, leading tempers to flair. Money is not a great subject at the best of times. Add distress to the pot and things are not looking good.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDifficulty focusing after Bereavement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n