What is Grief?

• Grief is the emotional, physical and spiritual response to a loss.
• People may feel strong emotions like sadness & anger.
• Body reactions (trouble sleeping, waves of nausea) are common.
• Spiritual questions and searching for meaning can arise.

People React Emotionally & Physically

• Grief can be messy and non‑linear—there’s no “right” way.
• Emotions may feel stronger than you’ve ever experienced.
• Your feelings are valid; you are not alone.

Stages of Grieving

• Denial
• Bargaining
• Anger
• Depression
• Acceptance

You may move back and forth between stages—go at your pace.