The article explores the deeply personal journey of grief, emphasizing that there is no single correct way to mourn a loss. It highlights how significant datesâlike birthdays and anniversariesâcan evoke heightened emotions related to loss. Introducing the concept of 'grief surprises', the authors describe unexpected triggers that induce feelings of sorrow. By preparing for these moments and naming them, individuals can navigate their grief more effectively. The narrative includes a case study of a father, Jack, and his children, illustrating diverse responses to their shared loss and the role therapy plays in helping them cope.
When someone you love dies, you grieve deeply whether overtly or not. We each do that in our own way and on our own timeline.
Landmark dates such as birthdays, important holidays, graduations, etc., tend to activate intensified feelings about the loss.
We propose a new term for them: 'grief surprises'. These are unexpected times you confront reminders of your loss that are extra challenging.
Naming those times gives you and your child a sense of steadiness and a way through the intensified pain.
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