There is no right or wrong way to deal with the loss of a loved one. The grieving process is rough - and it's different for everyone.
Talking Points:
- Grief is a process, not a task and it’s unique to each person.
- When it comes to grief, some days you may feel on top of the world, while on others you may feel down in the dumps.
- In order to begin working through your grief you first have to acknowledge that it exists. Take your time and don’t be afraid of the emotions you feel.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- How have you experienced grief in your life? How was your experience different from others in your life?
- What do you think would be the most difficult “step” of the grief process for you to get through? (The steps are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.) Why?
- Why is it important not to rush through grief?
- How could you help someone else who is going through the grief process? Explain.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
