ITV Emmerdale star Lisa Riley addresses heartbreaking loss and begs 'why me?'

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Emmerdale actress from the ITV soap paid tribute to her mum on social media this week. Lisa said: "Over two-thirds (69%) of people have been scared or embarrassed to talk about their emotions whilst grieving.

But it is important to remember that all emotions are valid. It's okay to feel angry, guilty, frustrated or resentful following a bereavement and you don't need to downplay or hide your emotions. "When my mum Cath died, I felt a mix of emotions from anger to isolation, and very much alone……feeling this real sense of “why me?” and that’s ok, there’s no right or wrong way to grieve. " She added: "That is why I’m proud to be supporting @Suerydercharity #ToBeHonest campaign, which encourages people to open up and be honest with feelings associated with grief. @emmerdale #emmerdale. " READ MORE BBC issues major announcement about future of show after 65 series Vik said in reply: "Lost my lovely mum six months ago, grief is a rollercoaster.

I can never second guess what I’m going to wake up to, a day of solid tears, or an ok coping day, it’s just awful x. " Another said: "This is brilliant Lisa!

Thank you for all you do. I was 12 when my dad died and somehow I knew i “had” To be strong and resilient. I was even complimented on how strong I was being.