Disenfranchised Grief
proactiveLion3747
October 31st, 2023
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Have you ever gone through the difficult experience of grieving by yourself and struggling to find the emotional support you need because others may not fully accept or understand your pain? This is an example of Disenfranchised Grief, which, unfortunately, occurs more frequently than we realize. It could stem from various losses, such as losing a job, the disconnect with a friend, or, in my case, the loss of my cherished pet.
Three months have passed since the loss of my 12-year-old dog, a cherished gift from my then-boyfriend, now my husband. As a childless couple, we poured all our love into our beloved pet. Her battle with cancer still haunts me with the regret that I could have done more for her.