Psychology In Seattle Podcast Humberto's Abandonment Grief
Jul 16, 2025
This discussion delves into the dual process model of grief, showcasing how individuals oscillate between mourning and rebuilding their lives. Humberto shares personal stories of childhood abandonment, emphasizing the profound emotional impacts it has on attachment and grief. The hosts examine the role of family support in navigating complicated loss and the necessity of open conversations about grief. They highlight the bittersweet memories associated with loss and the transformative power of creative expression in healing.
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The Dual Process Model of Grief
- Grief naturally oscillates between feeling feelings and rebuilding life after loss.
- Society's barriers often prematurely push people to avoid grieving and only focus on rebuilding.
No End to Grieving Oscillation
- Grieving never fully stops and people may revisit intense feelings decades later.
- There is no fixed acceptance phase, only continual oscillation between grief and rebuilding.
Helping Children Grieve
- Explain to children that grief involves both feeling emotions and rebuilding life.
- Model and encourage small grieving activities to help children understand grief.