My word: You can rise above it all

Being unable to move on can last a few hours, days or even years (Shutterstock)

When bad things happen, it is easy to be paralysed in the initial turmoil of emotions. Shock, denial, anger, frustration and regret can leave you stuck.

This state of being unable to move on can last a few hours or even days. Unfortunately, for some people, it can last years or even decades.