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Why anticipating life after loss feels like betrayal

I've been taking care of my partner through terminal cancer for two years and sometimes I catch myself planning what I'll do when they're gone, then feel guilty for having a future in mind.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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The practical necessity of preparing for loss can conflict with loyalty to the dying person.

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