đź«‚Disenfranchised grief refers to a loss that is not openly acknowledged, socially mourned, or publicly supported. Some may feel stigmatized if they have suffered a miscarriage or lost a work colleague, neighbor, or pet.
It's intensified due to societal discomfort with the topics of death, intense emotions, and the collective inclination to avoid or lessen suffering.
🤔Bypassing public mourning ceremonies, like funerals or memorial services, can heighten feelings of isolation and contribute to disenfranchised grief. Finding a supportive community to share the pain and memorialize the departed can facilitate the grieving process.
💜 Let’s delve deeper into the varied forms of disenfranchised grief.
