Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance. Almost everyone has heard about the five stages of grief.

However, these 5 stages were first proposed in 1969, which is why many people question their relevance in today's world.

Plus, despite their popularity, grief researchers have continuously demonstrated that everyone handles grief in their own distinct way.

Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, the creator of the 5 stages of grief, herself said it was never meant to be prescriptive; it was meant to be descriptive. 

So why are people still following a framework that is obviously not correct?

In this episode, we'll talk about the five stages of grief and the controversy around them. We'll also discuss frameworks to help you explore your emotions the best way you see fit after the passing of a loved one.

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