James, John W. and Friedman, Russell. When Children Grieve. New York
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Myth 3: Grieve Alone
Grieving is ultimately about relationships. When we loose someone we love, we feel pain from separation. This is why it is important to grieve with loved ones. Children are comforted when they see their parent grieving, because it mirrors what they are feeling so they can accept and understand their own feelings are appropriate and welcomed. It helps children when adults witness their pain and empathize with how they are feeling.
