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Continuing Bonds: Death ends a life, but not a relationship | The evolution of grief

May 25, 2023 Nina Rodriguez Season 1 Episode 4
Continuing Bonds: Death ends a life, but not a relationship | The evolution of grief
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Continuing Bonds: Death ends a life, but not a relationship | The evolution of grief
May 25, 2023 Season 1 Episode 4
Nina Rodriguez

Grief is such a common experience, and yet we seem to understand so little about it. 

For decades, many believe the "stages of grief" are the only way to "recover" from a loss -- a sort of process to complete so you can "go on with life". 

The bereaved and grieving know all too well this is not how it actually works.

In this episode, we'll look at the history and evolution of grief over time, and how perhaps the famous "stages of grief" are not what most believe them to be.

You'll learn about the recent evolution in grief support, and about the concept of Continuing Bonds, which emphasizes maintaining a relationship with your loved one who has passed, and finding ways to stay connected, even after death.

Sit back, relax and enjoy this episode full of information and discoveries that may help you navigate this reality with a bit more ease.

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Grief is such a common experience, and yet we seem to understand so little about it. 

For decades, many believe the "stages of grief" are the only way to "recover" from a loss -- a sort of process to complete so you can "go on with life". 

The bereaved and grieving know all too well this is not how it actually works.

In this episode, we'll look at the history and evolution of grief over time, and how perhaps the famous "stages of grief" are not what most believe them to be.

You'll learn about the recent evolution in grief support, and about the concept of Continuing Bonds, which emphasizes maintaining a relationship with your loved one who has passed, and finding ways to stay connected, even after death.

Sit back, relax and enjoy this episode full of information and discoveries that may help you navigate this reality with a bit more ease.

Nina Rodriguez Social & Website:

Disclaimer: https://www.griefandlight.com/safetyanddisclaimers

#griefandlight #griefandlightpodcast

Want to sponsor an episode? Contact us via info@griefandlight.com.

Support the Show.

Thank you for listening! Please share with someone you love.

Want your story featured in a podcast episode?
Please contact me via IG @griefandlight, via email at nina@griefandlight.com.

Searching for answers about grief
Listening with an open mind and open heart
Understanding the evolution of grief theory
Freudian Theory of Grief (1920s)
Lindemann's Grief Work (1940s)
Elizabeth Kubler-Ross' "Stages of Grief" (1969)
Rando's 6 R's of mourning and Worden’s Tasks of Mourning (1980s)
Continuing Bonds by Silverman, Klass, and Nickman (1996)
Dual Process Model by Margaret Stroebe and Henk Schut (1999)
Meaning Reconstruction by Robert Neimeyer (2000s)
Continuing Bonds practices that a griever can implement
The pain is real, but the suffering can be optional