Pandemic grief and loss - what stage are you in?
Have you heard of the concept of global mourning? The worldwide Coronavirus pandemic has plunged many of us into a state of grief. Clinical psychologist 'DrD' Dorianne Weil says there are five stages: anger, denial, bargaining, sadness and acceptance. What stage are you in?
In the latest Thrive with 'DrD' podcast, clinical psychologist Dorianne
Weil explores the five stages of grief and how they relate to the state
of the world due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
What stage are you in? Anger, denial, bargaining, sadness or acceptance?
'DrD' helps to make sense of our state of mind at this unprecedented time. She explores the concept of global mourning, and looks at why there's been an increase in the divorce rate.
Meanwhile, has your relationship taken strain over the past several months of lockdown living? Many couples have been together 24/7 - whereas previously they'd often have time apart during the working day, and would reunite in the evening. 'DrD' Dorianne Weil has received numerous queries around this topic, and has some very practical advice for repairing or building a stronger relationship.
Sometimes people feel uncomfortable about asking for time out. It doesn't mean that they don't want to be with you, or that they're not engaged...
Listen below to a very short but impactful Thrive with 'DrD' podcast around this issue.
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