Hi,

I have been working as a teacher in a college this year, and completing a PGCE during the evenings.

My Dad died in March. I was, and I am still, devastated.

It's hard to know how long you need. I took 2 weeks off, and then went back to work and my studies. It was horrible and hard, but it was horrible and hard either way. I just got on with work during the day (with the occasional emotional outburst). If your PHD is important to you, I would continue, but give yourself time to grieve each day. Allocate yourself some non-work time to let yourself be emotional. With a job, it's easier. I would drive away from work and within 5 minutes in the car be sobbing, every day.

I'm so sorry for your loss. It isn't fair and it sucks.

I've written about grief on my blog if you would like to read, http://teainteacher.blogspot.co.uk/. Obviously my feelings are lot more complex and I haven't shared a great deal.

If you want to message me, send me your email through the blog. I'm happy to talk.

Take care of yourself. xx

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