5 stages of death grief

I'm living it right now and to be honest, I am aware of 5 to 7 steps or stages of the grief process, but they don't matter, because you survive one day at a time ....baby steps, and not time frame, since everyone heals at their own pace. It's been 2 years for me and I do feel better, but I am not yet completely healed...it takes a long time.

To help ease this journey, you may want to Google the 5 stages of grief so you will know that all your feelings are normal. Take care of yourself during this difficult time. See your doctor when you can and may the winds of peace enter your heart.

Death is cruel and unmerciful and it will be necessary for you to experience the stages of the grief process, which will be very difficult, but necessary to heal. I had 7 deaths in 8 month's in 07', which included my mother dying in my arms of CHF and diabities, brother in law the following week, future father in law the following week, my wedding had to be postpone, mom, best friend who attended her wake and burial, my brother loss a baby 2 wks. before Christmas and I loss my job also.

I am so worried that my past has come to haunt me... I had exposures to sex workers a number of years ago, 5 years, and every contact was always protected. There were 3 ladies where oral sex was involved unprotected, but apart from that everytime it was protected and once was receptive. these were ladies from reputable places but still they were sex workers and they were always careful with condoms and I never seemed to notice if they broke, I think I would've know if that was to happen....

That's so hard to lose a person we had a deep friendship with. We miss them so much and while time dulls it, it never goes away. And when we are periods of our life in which we are lonely or it's hard, we think of how much better it would be to have them to talk to. I don't know how he died. Maybe you are right, maybe you are wrong. It sounds like the issue is legally settled. I hope he wasn't murdered. But it is all so tragic. It's been many years.

Hi, When did your mother pass? Did you live with her? Were you very close? That is ..did you visit often and talk on phone frequently? Or, were you emotionally close, but not the type to confer regularly. Answering these questions will help us help you. Need to have a bit more information to be supportive. Judy's advice is sound. You may have already seen a counselor. Hope so. It is awful to wake feeling alone and panicky.

Hey I am very sorry to hear about your situation I lost my brother August 8th 2004 and it was the hardest thing I have dealt with I have had so many deaths close to me. I am suprised I am still alive everybody I love seems to die their are 5 stages to Grief Acceptance is the 5th so you seem to understanding now, counsling helps Grief supports groups just remembering the person and foucusing on the good times is a blessing. I got on drugs very badly, I am now a recoverying addict.

Anger and fear are part of that process. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross outlined 5 stages of grief. There listed below. Reading some of her thoughts on the process may help. Here is a link to a summary of the five stages. http://grief.com/the-five-stages-of-grief/ 1) Denial 2) Anger 3) Bargaining 4) Depression 5) Acceptance Hope this helps.

I'm right there with you.

Thanks for your post. I can relate to the grief. My mom passed from her addiction Xmas day 2007. I did not become an addict myself until after her death. But here I am. The difference is that I WILL beat my demons before they beat me.

When we experience a death, only time will heal a broken heart and it will be necessary to experience the stages of the grief process, which will be very difficult, but necessary to heal. If you feel that your grief has become debilitating and you are not able to function at work or as a human being then I recommend that you contact your physician and discuss your situation and only he/she can diagnose, evaluate and determine proper medication if necessary.

1-Denial and Isolation, 2-Anger, 3-Bargaining, 4- Depression, 5- Acceptance. I have gone through all 5 of these, and can tell you that sometimes I still struggle with what I can no longer do. But for the type of personality I am, (as well as my family history) I have to put my own spin on it...meaning- I force myself,(or have a family member help me) find a silver linning at the low points as to not hold on to the anger.

t say it is much much easier this time around but I have a complete understanding of the Stages of Grief which were studied and written about by Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross in her book, "Death and Dying", which is a classic in the field of psychology. One of the Stages of Grief is Anger. And anger that can be this deep turned inwards can lead to depression. I have experienced this firsthand and had to work through it.

I really believe that as you come to accept your moms passing, as you move through the stages of grief, that you will find your anxiety growing weaker. It is really good to "see" you again, but I wish it was under these sad circumstances. Just keep telling youself that you beat this before and you will again! And you know that we are always here if you want to talk. Stay strong, Cali...........like you always have.

It takes lots of time to go through the stages of grief. I also read lots of books on how others made it through and the stages you have to go through. You will make it through to the other side. However, you need to feel what you are feeling and let it all out. I MUST suggest again, the "Grief counseling group". My best to you.

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother, please post this in the grief & loss community. There two ladies on there that I know of who has lost their mothers, certainly you can all be of comfort to each other. I have heard many rumors about death and people getting better before they die. In some cases, persons are even led to believe that their loved ones are truly getting better, only to be disheartened.

It almost feels as if I have moved into a new level of grief. For the first 3 weeks I was miserable most of the day and was thinking about death constantly.

It is like a death - the death of your 'normal' life. And then you go through all the stages or mourning: Denial - this can't be my life, there has to be a cure Anger - Why me??!! (or you have anger towards the doctor, the person driving the car who hit you, etc...) Bargaining - I will do ANYTHING to make it better and the pain go away! Depression - Because you realize this is now your life and there is nothing to fix it.

I am so, so sorry! What a terrible thing to happen to you! It's not surprising at all the emotions you are experiencing. You've had a terrible shock. You need to give yourself time to grieve. Grief can take a long time. Don't try to rush it. You need to give yourself permission to grieve. Everyone is different and some take longer than others but there are normally 5 stages of grief we all go through. I'll list them here just so you know you aren't alone.

I am so very sorry for your loss, this is so sad. I feel you're moving too quickly with this friend not only because of your kids but for you. You've not even had time to grieve over your loss, nor have your children. I think it's okay to have him as a friend, but that's it at this point. You need to make sure your children are okay emotionally and obviously your son isn't.

Because as I said to you at the start of this post, I simply had not had the time or space to grieve, to mourn and accept my loss, to go through all the necessary stages of the grief process.........I got stuck at the anger stage and until I found this group, I couldn't get past it, I couldn't move on with either the next step...........or my life. I really think I understand where you are and I urge you to find some help. Call your local hospital and inquire about grief classes.

Communications with deceased family members or friends take many forms including seeing them, hearing their voice, feeling them touch you, smelling their cologne, perfume or a favorite flower, sensing their presence or experiencing signs such as electronics turning off and on spontaneously, finding coins in unexpected places with the year of their birth or death, and seeing the deceased in vivid dreams.

Whether the departure of a loved one is sudden, or has been anticipated over a period of time, we experience a powerful and complex range of emotions of grief – including disbelief, shock, anger, hatred, guilt, loss of faith, fear of the future, loneliness, regret.

I would imagine counseling would help depending on the circumstances of the situation. There are different types of therapy. Grief, trauma, OCD and so on.

s girl and looked after him the last 15 years. The last almost eight years my dad lived with us after the death of his second wife. He was diagnosed with end stage lung disease in December of 08. As his health declined I was his caregiver. I have been a nurse for most of my life. He did not want to go to a nursing home or a hospital. He wanted to die in my home, which after all those years became his home too. I honored his wishes. He died with me at his side and holding on to him.

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