You've had quite an unexpected shock to your system.
It might not be a bad idea to take them up on the leave of absence.
It's okay to shift gears for a while.
Everybody grieves differently.
You'll know when the time is right to return to your regular routine.
Some people don't return to what they were previously doing but find themselves on a whole new path.
Any and all of it is okay.
The important thing is to take care of yourself right now.
No matter how long it takes.

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Pfrog