Divorce is a special form of grief
As you process your divorce and work through what caused your marriage to end, you will inevitably experience the seven stages of grief. The stages may vary in the order, duration, and intensity you experience them; but they will inevitably be experienced – along with a whole host of other powerful emotions.
THE SEVEN STAGES OF DIVORCE
1. Denial
You can’t believe this is actually happening.
2. Pain and Fear
This really hurts, in many ways. How am I going to go on by myself emotionally, financially, etc.?
3. Anger
How could the person I exchanged vows with in front of God, family, and friends, be doing this to me? I don’t deserve this!
4. Bargaining
You might start to promise your spouse unrealistic things to stop the action.
5. Guilt
You believe it’s all your fault.
6. Depression
This is all settling in now. The person I was supposed to have loved and be loved by, has betrayed me.
7. Acceptance
This really is happening to me. I have to develop some coping mechanisms and strategies to deal with all of this.
LET’S CONNECT
If you want to find out more about how therapy can help you work through the issues of being freshly divorced; I invite you to connect with me to schedule a free 30-minute consultation. I can answer any questions you might have and see if we’re a good fit to bring lasting, positive changes to your life.