1159: Classic ACP 601 Anxiety And The Grief Process

In today's episode, Gina discusses the five stages of grief and how important grief is in overcoming anxiety. Grief can be a powerful tool for moving through the uncertain world we all face and understanding it can help us to cope with stress.

The Five Stages of Grief go to https://grief.com/ by David Kessler for more on this subject

Book mentioned in this episode

Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David Kessler

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Quote:

When we face the worst that can happen in any situation, we grow. When circumstances are at their worst, we can find our best.

 -Elisabeth Kubler-Ross and David Kessler

Chapters

0:27 Grief and Anxiety

2:32 Understanding Denial

6:31 Embracing Anger

8:33 The Bargaining Stage

11:03 Navigating Depression

12:27 Acceptance and Moving Forward

15:12 Closing Thoughts

Summary

In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, we delve into the intricate relationship between anxiety and the stages of grief. Our discussion is informed by the foundational work of Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, who introduced the five stages of grief, and the insights of David Kessler, whose book, "Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief," expands on this model. The conversation is tailored for those navigating their own grief, particularly in the context of a global experience that has intensified feelings of loss and anxiety across the board.

We begin by unpacking the five stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Each stage represents a unique em