# Why the 5 Stages of Grief Are Wrong

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Podcast: [Let's Pick This Up Next Week](https://stenobird.com/podcast/let-s-pick-this-up-next-week-7086530)
Published: 2025-08-13T11:18:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lptunw/episodes/Why-the-5-Stages-of-Grief-Are-Wrong-e36ll5e
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## Resource

Grief isn’t just about death, and it’s definitely not as neat and tidy as the “five stages” make it sound. In this episode, Dee and Dr. DJ dive into the many faces of grief, from invisible losses (like identity changes or job loss) to the unique challenges of self-chosen grief. We talk about what it really means to hold space for someone, why closure is an inside job, and how tools like radical acceptance and journaling can help you navigate the messy middle. If you’ve ever been told “time heals all wounds” or felt like you should be “over it” by now, this one’s for you. Whether you’re grieving a person, a place, or a version of yourself, we’ve got thoughts and a little myth-busting to guide the way.

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