After experiencing a traumatic event there are 10 stages that we need to pass through to rebuild our strength and regain control of our lives again.

Traumatic events can include:

• A violent outburst from partner
• A physical attack from stranger or loved one
• Loss of a relationship
• Loss of a close friend
• Death of a partner
• Death of a colleague
• Serious illness of a loved one
• Death of a family member

Other less traumatic events can also cause strong feelings of grief and therefore the process will be the same.

• Loss of your home
• Loss of financial security
• Illness/loss of health
• Death of a pet
• Change of job
• Loss of a physical ability

Based on the Stages of Grief model, Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, 1969