In 1969, psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross identified what has become known as the "five stages of grief."
Denial: "It had to have happened to someone else, not to me."
Anger: "What did my family do to deserve this!"
Bargaining: "God Please, take me instead, I am older"
Depression: "I am too sad to do anything today."
Acceptance: "Everything will be alright, I am at peace now."
If you are experiencing any of these 5 stages, your reaction is natural and that you are on the right track to healing. Every single one of us is on our own journey through grief and loss. Take care of yourself so that by grieving well, you may live well.
Blessings,
Delain Johnson, MS, NCC
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