Grief doesn’t look the same for everyone, and it doesn’t follow a neat timeline. One day you may feel perfectly okay, and the next day something small, like a song, a memory, or even a random thought, can take you right back into your feelings. A lot of people think grief only happens when someone passes away, but it can show up after any major loss: a breakup, a friendship ending, losing a version of yourself, a dream you had for your life, or even routines and relationships that changed without warning. Understanding the stages of grief isn’t about “fixing” your emotions. It’s about recognizing them so you don’t feel alone or confused when they show up.
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