5 Myths & Facts About Grief

5 Myths & Facts about Grief

01.
Myth: Moving on means forgetting the person you lost.

Fact: Moving on doesn’t mean forgetting. It means finding ways to honor and remember your person while learning to live your life through loss. Memories can co-exist with healing and growth.

02.
Myth: Grief is a linear process with clearly defined stages.

Fact: Grief is a complex and non-linear journey. Each person’s grief journey is unique. It is neither predictable nor orderly. Nor can its dimensions be so easily categorized into stages.

03.
Myth: Time heals all wounds.

Fact: Time alone does not heal grief. Time facilitates healing and growth. Time allows for self-reflection, self-expression and engagement in processing of emotions. In time you’ll courageously learn to carry your grief.

04.
Myth: Grief is solely an emotional experience.

Fact: Grief encompasses emotional, physical, cognitive, behavioral and spiritual dimensions. It can affect various aspects of a person’s life, including physical health, concentration and a sense of purpose. Recognizing and addressing these different dimensions is important.

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Myth: Grief should be kept private.

Fact: Navigating the ups and downs of grief requires the presence of understanding and support. Sharing your grief journey with trusted friends, family, professionals and your support circle can provide comfort and validation.