Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres
Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres
Grief
Grief
Grief
Friday 27th August 2021
Join Adam and Raymond on 'Straight Talk Recovery' as they share personal and professional insights on navigating grief's complex stages.
29 minutes
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Empowering
Informative
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Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Healing Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Grief: A Personal Journey with Adam and Raymond
Remember, keep talking.
Grief is a universal experience, but it’s one that can feel incredibly isolating. In this episode of 'Straight Talk Recovery', therapists Adam and Raymond open up about their personal encounters with grief and the complex stages that come with it. They draw on their own experiences and those of their clients to provide a deeply empathetic look at bereavement. The conversation kicks off with a discussion on the Kubler-Ross model, a widely recognized framework for understanding grief.
This model outlines five stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Adam and Raymond share candid reflections on how denial can show up in unexpected ways, like throwing oneself into work or setting unrealistic expectations to avoid facing the pain. But grief isn’t just about the loss of a loved one. The duo explores various forms of loss, such as losing a job or a sense of identity, and how these can be equally challenging to navigate.
Throughout the episode, they emphasize the power of communication and connection. 'Remember, keep talking,' says Raymond, underscoring the importance of reaching out and sharing your feelings with others. Whether you're grappling with your own grief or supporting someone through theirs, this episode offers practical advice and heartfelt insights. Adam and Raymond’s blend of professional expertise and personal stories makes for a compelling listen that’s both informative and comforting.
Tune in to 'Straight Talk Recovery' for an honest and supportive conversation about navigating the turbulent waters of grief.