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How did you grieve an unexpected loss? 10 hours ago | By Dr. Denise Millstine and Lisa Speckhard-Pasque (@readtalkgrow)
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I just appreciate the changes in American society that acknowledge grief as a real thing. When my father died (heart problem) in the 1960s during my childhood, there was no grief counseling for kids or adults. I know. It’s hard to believe.
I was expected to return to school and pretend nothing happened. Not one teacher ever spoke to me nor any kids about my great loss.

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Lisa Speckhard Pasque, Mayo Clinic editor | @lisasp | 2 days ago

I'm so sorry that happened to you! It is truly hard to believe - but I know that attitude was unfortunately common.

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Dr. Denise Millstine | @drdenise | 10 hours ago

So true. We have learned (thankfully!) to make space for grief and also that it is nowhere near linear (not does it follow consistent steps/stages). It's so important to show up and support one another. So grateful for Mayo Clinic Connect for this very reason!

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