Dr. John Wilson is recognised as an expert in bereavement counselling, delivering talks and trainings internationally and researching extensively on the nature and processes of grief and bereavement. He is the author of two popular books on grief: Supporting People Through Loss and Grief: An Introduction for Counsellors and Other Caring Practitioners; and The Plain […]
dealing with loss
How to cope with grief when others don’t recognise your loss
Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience, but not all forms of grieving are readily acknowledged or supported by society. Enter disenfranchised grief, a concept that sheds light on the unspoken sorrows many people endure without the recognition or validation they deserve. Disenfranchised grief refers to losses that, typically, aren’t supported by traditional perspectives […]