We have all heard of the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While this model was created by Dr. Kubler Ross based on her clinical experience, it doesn't necessarily reflect everyone's experience with grief. Grief is a profoundly personal journey, and no two people grieve exactly the same way. In my experience with grief, I have found that the five stages are more like a spiral than a linear process. I may move through the stages several times before finally reaching acceptance. And even then, I may find myself revisiting the stages from time to time. Grief is a complex emotion, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to dealing with it. What works for one person may not work for another. The important thing is to be patient with yourself and allow yourself to grieve in whatever feels right for you.