Doug Townsend from SonShine Radio interviews Michelle on Processing Grief Post Bondi Shootings.

The Bondi shooting and the tragic loss of lives, including children, is shocking, and many families will be feeling overwhelming grief associated with the death of their loved ones and people they know.

Sudden death, particularly in such violent circumstances, causes high levels of trauma and distress, not only for the immediate families but for local communities, and indeed the entire nation.

Grief Expert, Michelle Moriarty, explains that as shock and confusion turns into reality, and we begin to mourn collectively, we will experience grief, and the range of intense emotions that accompany it – sadness, devastation, numbness, anger, despair and hopelessness.

If you’re finding it hard to cope, please seek professional support today, or encourage someone you’re concerned about to do the same.

Counselling help is available at: www.griefconnect.com.au/speaking/counselling-disability-support/

You deserve support as you navigate this unimaginable loss.

If you are in immediate distress or feel unsafe, please contact emergency services or a crisis support line in your area.