Losing a parent is incredibly difficult, especially when you're also managing studies. Here's how to navigate grief while dealing with expectations from others.
That is genuinely hard, and the pressure to "move on" when you are still hurting makes it even harder. Losing your father is not something you just get over in a few weeks, and it is completely normal to feel overwhelmed by studies, family expectations, and your own grief all at once. You are not failing — you are carrying something very heavy, and it takes time.
Grief does not follow a schedule, and neither does your energy. Your mind and body are still processing the loss, so concentration, motivation, and even daily tasks can feel impossible. That is not weakness — it is how grief works. The people around you may not understand because they have not felt it themselves, or they think "getting busy" helps. But pushing yourself too hard too fast can make the pain worse, not better.
The most important thing is to not face this alone. Grief is heavy, but you do not have to carry the whole weight by yourself. Take it one day at a time, and be gentle with yourself. You will find your footing again — just not all at once.
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