Aug 28 2024 34 mins
Welcome!
In this episode I unpack my way of explaining "slow" grief, as opposed to fast grief, and how this can manifest in life, what to do about it and how it may be beneficial!
AI Show Notes:
In this episode, Rebecca Tapia dives into the concept of 'slow grief' experienced with aging parents, contrasting it with the more familiar 'fast grief.' She explores its psychological facets, ties it to the stages of grief by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, and provides practical advice on how to manage these emotions.
00:00 Introduction
00:35 Defining Slow Grief
02:45 Fast Grief vs. Slow Grief
07:07 Denial Stage in Slow Grief
08:49 Anger Stage in Slow Grief
09:54 Bargaining Stage in Slow Grief
10:47 Depression Stage in Slow Grief
11:33 Acceptance Stage in Slow Grief
14:05 Combining Fast and Slow Grief
12:55 Cognitive Decline and Its Challenges
17:18 Strategies for Managing Slow Grief
32:56 Closing Thoughts
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- There are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosity
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