04/29/2025
Here are 5 🖐️ common misconceptions about grief:
➡️“Grief follows a linear timeline.”
Many believe grief happens in clear stages and then ends. In reality, grief is non-linear—it can come in waves, resurface unexpectedly, and shift over time.
➡️”You should be over it by now.”
Grief doesn’t have an expiration date. People grieve in their own time and ways, and pressuring someone to “move on” can be invalidating and harmful.
➡️“Crying is the only healthy way to grieve.”
While tears can be healing, not everyone processes grief through crying. Some cope through silence, creativity, physical activity - or even laughter.
➡️“If you’re not visibly sad, you’re not grieving properly.”
Grief can be internal, quiet, or masked by busyness or even joy. Outward appearances don’t always reflect the depth of someone’s emotional experience.
➡️“Grief only happens after death.”
People can grieve many types of loss—divorce, job loss, illness, a major life transition, or even the loss of a dream. Grief is about change and unmet expectations, not just death.
These common misconceptions about grief reveal how often we try to fit complex emotional experiences into neat boxes—when in truth, grief defies structure, expectations, and one-size-fits-all expressions. 📦
At Wellness Counseling Center, we tailor our approach to each client, honoring the unique experiences and needs of every individual. We believe personalized care is essential for meaningful healing and growth. If you’re ready for support that truly meets you where you are, reach out today—we’re here to walk with you. 📞
