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Myths
of Grief:
American myths are often a result of misunderstanding and societal influences. The American society is a death-denying society. In denying death the American population also often denies the needed expressions of grief. Americans are often described as independent, self sufficient, and avoiders of pain. They feel that they can control death and grief. Myth One: Grief is the same as mourning. Grief is not the same as mourning. Mourning is the outward, social expression of the loss. And Grief is the emotional feeling that results from the loss. It is the “inner” personal feelings of the survivor. How a person mourns is often dictated by cultural norms, rituals, and traditions. Feelings of grief can be anger, frustration, loneliness, sadness, guilt, regret, and an array of feelings. Myth Two: Grief is a predictable process and follows an orderly pattern. Each person goes through grief and mourning in his or her own way. People use their own coping skills in accordance with cultural norms and in conjunction with life experiences. Myth Three: It is best to avoid grief rather than dwell on it, get on with life. In order to resolve grief a person must experience and participate in the grief process. Attempts to avoid, deny, or control grief results in issues of unexpressed and unresolved grief. Studies have shown increase physical and psychological problems in people who have not dealt with their grief. Myth Four: Tears portray weakness. Our society often believes that it is inappropriate to cry and a sign of poor control over one’s emotions. Tears are a natural way in which your body releases toxins and stressors inside of you.
  
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