Fourth Stage of Grief: Depression

Fourth Stage of Grief: Depression

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...
Fourth Stage of Grief: Depression

Third Stage of Grief: Bargaining

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...