Phrases Describing Emotions and Feelings

I'm weighed down by grief.

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Meaning

I'm deeply saddened and burdened by sorrow.

Example sentences

John: I'm still struggling with the loss.

Alice: I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm weighed down by grief, too.

John: It feels like a heavy weight on my chest.

Alice: It's okay to feel that way. I'm here for you. I can also tell I’m also completely weighed down by grief.