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The most well-known framework for grief is the Five Stages of Grief (DABDA), developed by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. It is crucial to remember that these are not steps to be completed in order.  They are simply common emotional responses that a person may cycle through: 1. Denial Experience:  "This can't be happening." You may feel numb, shocked, or try to rationalize the loss. Denial is a temporary shield that helps you pace your feelings and process the devastating information

Grief is not just sadness; it is the natural, emotional, behavioral, and physical response to loss. Grief is Dynamic:  It is an active process, not a passive state. It involves actively adapting to a new reality where the thing you lost no longer exists in the way it once did. Grief is Personal:  There is no single "right way" to grieve. Your experience is shaped by your personality, coping style, cultural background, and the nature of the loss itself. Grief is Physical:  It

When we talk about loss, our minds usually jump straight to the death of a loved one. While this is certainly the most profound form, loss stretches far beyond mortality. Acknowledging the wide spectrum of loss can validate your feelings, even if they seem disproportionate to the event.

October isn't just about pumpkin spice; it is a spiritual gateway. Leading up to Halloween, there is a traditional belief that the veil...