Embracing Denial to Cope with Loss

Send us Fan MailDiscover the transformative power of understanding the first stage of grief, denial, through a blend of personal anecdotes and expert insights from the book "Five Stages of Grief and Grieving" by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, MD, and David Kessler. Join DJ on today's Informative Tuesday as we unravel how denial functions as a critical defense mechanism that allows us to cope with the overwhelming reality of loss. Hear DJ's heartfelt story about witnessing his father's grief, offering a poignant glimpse into how denial helps us survive and begin the healing process."All journeys have a secret destination of which the traveler is unaware." Martin Buber*The information presented on this podcast is solely for informational purposes and should not be considered a substitute for legal, financial, medical, or professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. *