Experts say the Queen’s death triggers memories of losing mothers and grandmothers

Worshiped as our guiding light on the darkest nights, the Queen was seen by millions as Britain’s grandmother.

This is exactly why psychologists believe his death shook the heart of the nation and left many with an overwhelming sense of grief.

His death may have also evoked memories of losing loved ones, experts told MailOnline.

Jade Thomas, a psychotherapist at the Harley Street Private Therapy Clinic in London, said her death could bring back memories of losing loved ones.

He said: “People may have personal reactions to the death of the queen, because collective grief can lead to personal grief experiences of loved ones, such as parents or grandparents.

A police officer standing guard outside Buckingham Palace reacts after Queen Elizabeth’s death

“People said the Queen felt like a mother or grandmother figure to the British country and its people.”

Ms Thomas added: “We often protect our beloved elders and admire them as they share their life knowledge and wisdom.

“This reflects the many feelings that people can share about Queen Elizabeth II and why her death sparked so many personal feelings.”

Sharon Jenkins, a pain counselor at Marie Curie, said the collective pain felt across the country should come as no surprise.

He told MailOnline: “While many of us haven’t met Her Majesty, millions of us will be saddened today.

Pain is not unique to those who knew the deceased personally, and everyone reacts to death differently.

“For some, the queen was a mother figure, so I imagine millions of people around the world today will mourn the loss of our mother and think of their mother.”

Mourners burst into tears outside the gates of Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle as they flocked to pay their respects to the 96-year-old monarch.

The fans also expressed their sadness on social media by admitting that they were surprised at the depth of their feelings.

Someone said: ‘Why am I so touched by the Queen’s death? Honestly, I can’t stop crying. RIP to the grandma of the nations.

Another wrote: ‘Why am I so excited for the Queen? It’s like I’m crying over my coffee.’

Taxes were also paid to the House of Commons, which met at noon.

“Millions of people are trying to understand why we feel this deep and personal sense of loss,” said former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who met with the Queen just three days ago.

Buckingham Palace announced today that a period of royal mourning will be observed until seven days after the queen’s funeral.

Miss Thomas said the sudden loss of the queen can cause feelings of lack of control, anxiety and fear of the unknown.

Remember that sadness takes time, sadness is often a process of adjustment, and we will collectively adjust to a new king.

‘Accept the feelings of insecurity and allow yourself.

“Speaking to a friend, family member, or therapist about how that pain makes you feel can help you share your pain with others.

Finally, loss of any kind can give us a different perspective on life and lead us to reevaluate what is important to us. Give it a minute to think.

Ms Jenkins said, “It’s important to be kind to yourself on days like today. Feeling anxious about change and loss is also part of the normal pain response and will eventually pass.

“We are now in a period of national mourning and some of us will suffer collectively.

“Remember that it’s okay to be upset when someone you don’t know dies, and everyone experiences pain differently.

“While some people might want to openly cry, show their feelings and talk about their loss, others don’t.

“From the news of the Queen’s death yesterday, all over the news and on social media, it may seem impossible to escape with the language of loss and visual memories of death so vivid.

“If this is triggered, feel free to break out of the news cycle, turn off the TV and quit social media, instead opting for a walk somewhere private, an afternoon magazine or an open conversation with friends and family.”