Elisabeth Kübler-Ross's five stages of grief, commonly known as denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, were originally intended for terminally ill patients. Their widespread application to the grieving process post-death has led to misconceptions about grief's evolution. Grief is uniquely personal and varies widely among individuals. Additionally, the Serenity Prayer's profound appeal became a source of solace for the author following the tragedy of losing a son to suicide. This led the author to explore the 12 steps of recovery, finding inspiration in their principles and their applicability to the complexity of grief and healing.
The five-stage model of grief was intended for those with terminal diagnoses, not for the grieving left behind. Its misinterpretation leads to varied experiences of grief.
The Serenity Prayer has brought comfort after my son's death, though acceptance of what I cannot change has been challenging; courage and wisdom continue to be a journey.
Exploring the 12 steps of recovery was appealing; the principles contained in them resonated with me, just as the stages of grief will resonate differently over time.
Grief is not linear and varies from person to person; understanding the stages of grief requires a recognition of individual experiences and timelines.
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