by Shaunna Leclair | Oct 10, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
When we think of grief and loss, we often associate them with the death of someone we love. But there are many other situations that can trigger these emotions, such as divorce, illness, job loss, relocation, or even the end of a friendship. These are all valid forms...
by Shaunna Leclair | Oct 10, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
Not all stages of grief happen in order. Many people are familiar with the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. These stages were first proposed by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross in her 1969 book On Death and Dying, based on her...
by Shaunna Leclair | Oct 10, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
The fifth stage of grief is acceptance. This does not mean you are happy or have forgotten your loss. It means you have come to terms with what happened and how it has changed your life. You are no longer in denial, anger, bargaining, or depression. You are ready to...
by Shaunna Leclair | Oct 10, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
The fourth stage of grief is depression. It is a natural and normal response to loss but it can feel overwhelming and isolating. Depression can manifest in different ways, such as sadness, anger, guilt, hopelessness, or numbness. Some people may experience physical...
by Shaunna Leclair | Oct 10, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
The third stage of grief is bargaining. This is when we try to negotiate with ourselves or a higher power to avoid the reality of the loss. We may think, “If only I had done this differently, maybe they would still be here,” or “Please, just let them...
by Shaunna Leclair | Oct 5, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
The second stage of grief is anger. This is a normal and natural reaction to loss but can also be challenging to cope with. Anger can manifest in different ways, such as blaming others, resenting, or lashing out. It can also be directed inward, leading to guilt,...
